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Cardioactive glycosides

In vitro

Mechanism of Action

Digitalis-related glycosides; key safety concern requiring cardiac contraindication; responsible for toning and circulatory effects in traditional use

Research Notes

FigwortWestern

Cardiac glycoside content confirmed. Represents the primary safety concern. Pharmacodynamic interaction with pharmaceutical cardiac glycosides is established.

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

Cardiac glycosides
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Cardioactive glycosides

Cardiac glycosidesSugar-bound molecules that control drug release in the body

Representative pattern: C₁₁H₁₄O₆

Atoms
Carbon
Oxygen

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