Ginsenoside C-K is a ginsenoside found in Panax species, a dammarane-type triterpenoid substituted with hydroxy groups at the 3beta, 12beta, and 20 pro-S positions. The 20-position hydroxy group is converted to beta-D-glucopyranoside, and a double bond is introduced at the 24-25 position. It functions as a plant metabolite, antineoplastic agent, hepatoprotective agent, anti-allergic agent, and anti-inflammatory agent. It is classified as a beta-D-glucoside, 12beta-hydroxy steroid, ginsenoside, tetracyclic triterpenoid, 3beta-hydroxy steroid, and 3beta-hydroxy-4,4-dimethylsteroid. It derives from a dammarane hydride.
