Used in research for its anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties, including inhibition of NF-κB and pro-inflammatory cytokines, making it of interest for autoimmune and chronic inflammatory disease studies such as arthritis and type 2 diabetes. Also investigated for antitumor activity, particularly in leukemia and breast cancer cell lines, due to its ability to induce apoptosis and cell cycle arrest. Exhibits antimicrobial and antiviral effects against certain pathogens, including those causing respiratory infections, supporting exploration in infectious disease applications. Currently limited to preclinical studies, with potential for new drug development but no clinical use established.