Tropane alkaloid

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The chemical structure of tropane

Tropane alkaloids are a class of bicyclic [3.2.1] alkaloids and secondary metabolites that contain a tropane ring in their chemical structure.[1] Tropane alkaloids occur naturally in many members of the plant family Solanaceae. Some tropane alkaloids have pharmacological properties and can act as anticholinergics or stimulants.

Anticholinergics

Anticholinergic drugs[2] and deliriants:

All three acetylcholine-inhibiting chemicals can also be found in the leaves, stems, and flowers in varying, unknown amounts in Brugmansia (Angel Trumpets or Devil's Weed), a relative of Datura.

Stimulants

Stimulants and cocaine-related alkaloids:

Others

Non-natural tropanes

There exist some synthetic analogs of tropane alkaloids, see

They are not considered to be alkaloids per definition.

See also

References

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