Atractylenolide-I has an anti-inflammatory effect by inhibiting TNF-α and IL-6 production; ameliorates sepsis syndrome, liver and kidney functions by reduction of pro-inflammatory cytokines and LPS.

RH01386 is a small molecule that can prevent ER stress-induced β cell dysfunction and death, and inhibits proapoptotic gene expression,has the potential for type 2 diabetes treatment. RH01386 restores ER stress-impaired glucose-stimulated insulin secretion responses.

Apelin-13 is an endogenous ligand of APJ receptor, and the EC 50 value of activated G protein coupled receptor is 0.37 nM.