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Corynanthine (CAS 483-10-3)

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Alternate Names:
Yohimbine; 17α-Hydroxyyohimban-16β-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl (16beta,17alpha)-17-hydroxyyohimban-16-carboxylate
CAS Number:
483-10-3
Molecular Weight:
354.45
Molecular Formula:
C21H26N2O3
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Corynanthine, a yohimban alkaloid, is a compound of interest within the realm of analytical chemistry, particularly due to its role as a reference material in qualitative determination processes. Corynanthine is also of interest for its interaction with adrenergic and serotonin receptors in the body. Corynanthine has been studied for its ability to interact with alpha-adrenergic receptors, where it acts as an antagonist. Studies on its biosynthesis, natural function, and ecological role enhance our understanding of chemical ecology and the evolutionary pressures shaping the production of alkaloids in plants.


Corynanthine (CAS 483-10-3) References

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  2. [Paper partition microchromatography of alkaloids and of various biological nitrogenous bases. III. Examples of the separation of various alkaloids by the acid solvent phase technic (atropine, cocaine, nicotine, sparteine, strychnine and corynanthine families)].  |  MUNIER, R. and MACHEBOEUF, M. 1951. Bull Soc Chim Biol (Paris). 33: 846-56. PMID: 14935638
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  8. Comparison of the alpha-adrenoceptor antagonist profiles of idazoxan (RX 781094), yohimbine, rauwolscine and corynanthine.  |  Doxey, JC., et al. 1984. Naunyn Schmiedebergs Arch Pharmacol. 325: 136-44. PMID: 6144048
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Corynanthine, 25 mg

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25 mg
$294.00