The document discusses the preparation and characterization of an inclusion complex of glaucocalyxin-A (GLA) with sulfobutylether-β-cyclodextrin (SBE-B-CD) to improve its water solubility. A 1:1 molar ratio complex was formed using co-evaporation. Solubility of GLA increased 76-fold in the complex. Analysis showed effective encapsulation of GLA in SBE-B-CD. A pharmacokinetic study in rats found the complex had a 3-fold higher AUC and significantly prolonged half-life compared to free GLA, indicating longer retention in the body. The complex is an effective way to improve the solubility and