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What is the name of poisonous alkaloid obtained from deadly nightshade?
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∙ 14y ago
I think Belladonna is derived from it. ------------------------------- REVISION OF ANSWER ----------------------------- belladonna is another name for the plant 'deadly nightshade'. Atropine is the name of the tropane alkaloid extracted from deadly nightshade and various other plants of the family Solanaceae. A potentially deadly drug, it acts as a competitive antagonist for the muscarinic acetylcholine receptor. It is classified as an anticholinergic drug.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agotropane alkaloids. These alkaloids include atropine, scopolamine, and hyoscyamine, which, despite having various medical uses when extracted from the plant, can cause a state of delirium when ingested in sufficient amounts
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∙ 13y agoAtropa Bella Donna
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∙ 14y agoAtropine.
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What is the difference between Atropine and Hysocine?
Atropine:Its a naturally occurring tropane alkaloid ( Tropane alkaloids are a class of alkaloids and secondary metabolites that contain a tropane ring in their chemical structure) extracted from Deadly Nightshade ( Scientific Name: Atropa belladonna), Jimson weed ( SN: Datura stramonium) and other plants of Solanaceae family.Scopolamine ( Hyoscine):Scopolamine, also known as levo-duboisine and hyoscine, is a tropane alkaloid drug with muscarinic antagonist effects. It is among the secondary metabolites of plants from Solanaceae (nightshade) family of plants, such as henbane, jimson weed, Angel's Trumpets (Daturaor Brugmansia), and corkwood (Duboisia).Difference b/w Atropine and Hyoscine:ATROPINE HYOSCINE1. Selective muscarinic blocker. 1. Selective muscarinic blocker.2. Obtained from Atropa belladonna and 2. Obtained from Hyoscyamus niger.Datura stramonium.3. Racemic mixture of alkaloids. 3. Levo-isomer of alkaloids.4. CNS Stimulant 4. CNS Depressant5. More actions on heart, bronchial smooth 5. More action on eyes, exocrinemuscles and GIT. glands- Salivary glands, sweat,andtracheo-bronchial.6. Long duration of action. 6. Short duration of action.
What is a type of poison?
Cyanide is one type, and then there also Deadly Nightshade, or Belladonna. It may sometimes be used in tea as a sleeping remedy, but if given too much it can kill.
Are moth balls deadly?
Yes.. they are indeed very deadly.. it has has proven by scientist Roger Meers, head of insect research department at oxford university that moth balls contain a chemical that it deadly if swallowed.. we advice to stay away from moth balls at all times as they could potentially kill. Mothballs are made from Napthalene, which is poisonous.
Why you shouldn't mix chemicals in the science lab?
Unless you know what chemicals you are mixing, and what kinds of chemical reactions they are going to have, you don't know what will happen when you mix chemicals. There are some chemicals which, when mixed, will release a very deadly poisonous gas. There are other chemicals which, when mixed, will explode or burst into flames. Even aside from that, chemicals in a science lab are there for some reason. Someone obtained those chemicals for the lab and intends to do something with them. They are not there to play around with at random.
Which element is the mostly deadly poison?
Plutonium is one of the most deadly substances known to man.
Where was atropine originally obtained?
Deadly Nightshade
What drug do you get deadly nightshade?
I think Belladonna is derived from it. ------------------------------- REVISION OF ANSWER ----------------------------- belladonna is another name for the plant 'deadly nightshade'. Atropine is the name of the tropane alkaloid extracted from deadly nightshade and various other plants of the family Solanaceae. A potentially deadly drug, it acts as a competitive antagonist for the muscarinic acetylcholine receptor. It is classified as an anticholinergic drug.
Where does atropine come from?
Atropine is a tropane alkaloid extracted from the deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna) and other plants of the family Solanaceae
Belladonna how did you get deadly nightshade in your garden?
Atropa Belladonna of the deadly nightshade family is a very well known poisonous plant. Belladonna can be very difficult to get rid of once its established.
Was tomatoes thought to be poisonous?
They were, because small tomatoes resembled the deadly nightshade family. Europeans were suspicious
What berries are most likely poisonous?
There are a number of berries found in the wild that are considered poisonous. These include asparagus berries, deadly nightshade, belladonna, and privet.
What are poisonous to horses?
Carrots do not make horses blow up. Deadly Nightshade, Carolina Jasmine, and Poke Weed are some of the common poisonous plants in Florida.
What is the scientific name or taxonomic classification of the poisonous plant Deadly Nightshade?
The scientific or taxonomic name would be Atropa belladonna.
Why are the tomato's thought to be poisonis?
Tomatoes are from the same plant family as potatoes and deadly nightshade (hence why they were considered poisonous). Also, the leaves of the tomato plant are poisonous and a skin irritant.
How do you treat the rash caused by deadly nightshade plant?
how can u treat a reash by deadly nightshade
What does deadly nightshade taste like?
Surprisingly, deadly nightshade berries are juicy and quite sweet.
What are the ratings and certificates for Deadly Nightshade - 1953?
Deadly Nightshade - 1953 is rated/received certificates of: Australia:PG
