| abstract |
An object of the present invention is to provide an anti-inflammatory agent which is highly safe and can exhibit an excellent anti-inflammatory action. SOLUTION: Cryptoxanthine and / or its derivatives, which are one of the molecular species called carotenoids contained in Wenzhou mandarin orange, are naturally derived components, are highly safe, and can exhibit excellent anti-inflammatory effects. It can be used as an active ingredient of an anti-inflammatory agent. [Selection figure] None |