Study of Pentacyclic Triterpenes from Lyophilised Aguaje: Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Properties.

, commonly known as Aguaje or Moriche palm, is traditionally recognised in South America for its medicinal properties, particularly for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. However, the bioactive compounds responsible for these effects have not been thoroughly investigated. This study aims to isolate and characterise pentacyclic triterpenoid compounds from and to evaluate their therapeutic potential.