Anabasine
Anabasine[edit | edit source]
Anabasine is a naturally occurring alkaloid found in various plants, most notably in the Nicotiana species, which includes tobacco. It is chemically related to nicotine and is known for its toxic properties. Anabasine is a pyridine alkaloid and is structurally similar to nicotine, but it has distinct pharmacological effects.
Chemical Structure[edit | edit source]
Anabasine is a bicyclic compound with the chemical formula C10H14N2. It consists of a pyridine ring fused to a piperidine ring. The structure of anabasine is similar to that of nicotine, but it lacks the methyl group on the nitrogen atom of the pyrrolidine ring found in nicotine.
Sources[edit | edit source]
Anabasine is primarily found in plants of the Nicotiana genus, such as Nicotiana glauca (tree tobacco) and Nicotiana tabacum (common tobacco). It is also present in other plants like Lobelia and certain species of the Fabaceae family.
Pharmacology[edit | edit source]
Anabasine acts as an agonist at nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, similar to nicotine, but with different binding affinities and effects. It can stimulate the autonomic ganglia and the central nervous system, leading to various physiological effects. Due to its toxicity, anabasine is not used therapeutically, but it has been studied for its potential effects on the nervous system.
Toxicity[edit | edit source]
Anabasine is toxic to humans and animals. Ingestion or exposure can lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and in severe cases, respiratory failure and death. It is important to handle plants containing anabasine with care, especially in agricultural settings where Nicotiana species are cultivated.
Uses[edit | edit source]
While anabasine itself is not used in medicine, its presence in plants has been of interest in agricultural and botanical studies. It has been investigated for its potential use as a natural pesticide due to its toxic effects on insects.
Related Compounds[edit | edit source]
Anabasine is related to other alkaloids such as nicotine, anabaseine, and anatabine. These compounds share similar structures and are often found together in the same plant species.
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