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Mechanism of Action

D1/D2 dopamine receptor modulation; monoamine reuptake inhibition; sedative-anxiolytic properties complementing analgesic action

Research Notes

Tetrahydropalmatine is a secondary isoquinoline alkaloid in corydalis with mild analgesic and anxiolytic properties. Clinical evidence (primarily from Asia) supports efficacy for pain associated with anxiety and muscle tension through combined dopaminergic and anxiolytic mechanisms.

Found In 1 Herb

3D Molecular Structure

Isoquinoline alkaloid (benzylisoquinoline derivative)
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Tetrahydropalmatine (THP)

Isoquinoline alkaloid (benzylisoquinoline derivative)Nitrogen-containing compounds with potent pharmacological effects

Representative pattern: C₉H₇N₂O

Atoms
Nitrogen
Carbon
Hydrogen
Oxygen

Related Compounds (Isoquinoline alkaloid (benzylisoquinoline derivative))

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