An alkaloid from Hydrastis canadensis L., Berberidaceae. It is also found in many other plants. It is relatively toxic parenterally, but has been used orally for various parasitic and fungal infections and as antidiarrheal.
Synonyms: Berberine, Umbellatine, Benzo(g)-1,3-benzodioxolo(5,6-a)quinolizinium, 5,6-dihydro-9,10-dimethoxy-, 0I8Y3P32UF
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91; was see under BERBINES 1976-90 ,91(76); was see under BERBINES 1976-90
identifier
D001599