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veratralbine


Meanings
  • Noun

    A naturally occurring compound found in various plants, particularly in the Veratrum genus. It acts as a cardiotonic and skeletal muscle relaxant.

    - "Veratralbine is a vital component of traditional Chinese medicine."
    - "The plant extract containing veratralbine is used to treat heart conditions."

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veratridine , veratridines
Etymology
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Veratralbine derives from the Latin word 'veratrum', meaning 'poison', and the suffix '-albine', which denotes a white alkaloid.


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  1. Veratralbine is a white, crystalline alkaloid found in the Veratrum genus.

  2. The compound was first isolated from the European white hellebore in 1844.

  3. Veratralbine is used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of various heart conditions.


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  1. Cardiotonics: A class of drugs that strengthen the heart's contractions and improve its pumping ability.

  2. Skeletal muscle relaxants: A group of medications used to reduce muscle tension and relieve muscle spasms.


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Veratralbine has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries due to its cardiotonic properties. It is also mentioned in various literary works, such as 'The Classic of Herbs' and 'Shennong's Materia Medica'.

How to Memorize "veratralbine"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a white crystal-like substance derived from a plant in the Veratrum genus.

  2. associate

    - Associate veratralbine with heart health and muscle relaxation.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering 'Veratralbine: Veratrum albine = White alkaloid from Veratrum'.


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