New terpenoids from Euphorbia pekinensis with potent and selective anti-hepatocellular carcinoma activity

Key Points

• New terpenoids exhibit potent anti-hepatocellular carcinoma activity, indicating their potential as therapeutic agents.
• The study highlights the selective activity of these compounds against liver cancer cells, with minimal effects on normal cells.
• Identification of these terpenoids was conducted via bioactivity-guided screening methods and phytochemical analysis techniques.
• The findings suggest further exploration of these compounds in therapeutic applications for liver cancer treatment.