268726-69-8Relevant articles and documents
The synthesis and characterization of a novel insulin sensitizing agent
Von Geldern, Thomas W.,Brun, Regina P.,Kalmanovich, Masha,Wilcox, Denise,Jacobson, Peer B.
, p. 1446 - 1448 (2004)
A novel and succinct route to 2-hydroxy-4,6-diarylbenzophenones has been developed through condensation of aryl 1,3-diketones with chalcones. The resultant compounds stimulate insulin-dependent glucose uptake into adipocytes, and improve insulin sensitivity in a rodent model of diabetes.