Prodigiosin hydrochloride, a red pigment, is a bioactive secondary metabolite produced by bacteria. It exhibits potent proapoptotic activity and functions as an inhibitor of the Wnt β-catenin pathway. Additionally, this compound possesses antibacterial, antifungal, antiprotozoal, antimalarial, immunosuppressive, and anticancer properties.
16-Hydroxycleroda-3,13-dien-15,16-olide, and prodigiosin are presented as candidates for autophagy inducers that can trigger cell death in a supplement or alternative medicine for cancer therapy. 16-Hydroxycleroda-3,13-dien-15,16-olide regulates the expre