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Alkaloids

In vitro
Nitrogen-containing compounds

Mechanism of Action

Proposed endocrine modulation mechanisms unclear
Present in low concentrations in Centaurea species; contribute to bitter tonic and mild antimicrobial properties
Present in small amounts; pharmacological role not fully characterized
Toxic components contributing to caution rating; specific alkaloids not fully characterized

Research Notes

Fadogia agrestisWestern

Minimally characterized; structure and function largely unknown

Star ThistleWestern

Minor alkaloid fraction contributing to bitter tonic activity. Not fully characterised in C. calcitrapa.

TeaselWestern

Minor alkaloid fraction detected. Pharmacological contribution not fully established. Requires further characterisation.

ToadflaxWestern

Alkaloid fraction represents the primary safety concern. Specific compounds not fully characterised. Contributes to low safety rating.

Found In 4 Herbs

Fadogia agrestis

Fadogia agrestis

Western
Star Thistle

Star Thistle

Western
Teasel

Teasel

Western
Toadflax

Toadflax

Western

3D Molecular Structure

Nitrogen-containing compounds
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Alkaloids

Nitrogen-containing compoundsBioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties

Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Hydrogen

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