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sanguinarine
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Definition
: A group of compounds with the heterocyclic ring structure of benzo(c)pyridine. The ring structure is characteristic of the group of opium alkaloids such as papaverine. (From Stedman, 25th ed)
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sanguinarine [ Veadent,Viadent,pseudo-chelerythrine,pseudochelerythrine,sanguinarin,sanguinarine chloride,sanguinarine hydroxide,sanguiritrin,sanguinarine nitrate,sanguinarine sulfate (1:1),sanguinarine sulfate (2:1),sangvinarin ]
bactericidal produces glaucoma in laboratory animals; from Argemonemexicana & Sanguinaria; inhibits glutamate decarboxylase; structure
2447-54-3
*Isoquinolines
*Benzophenanthridines
Pharma Action
Anti-Infective Agents
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Cardiotonic Agents
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