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Tropane alkaloids are molecules | Tropane alkaloids are molecules which contain a substituted tropane ring in their structure. Tropane is a nitrogen-containing bicyclic organic molecule, which consists of a piperidine and pyrrolidine ring fused at carbons R<sub>1</sub> and R<sub>5</sub>. It has additional methyl substitution at R<sub>N</sub>. | ||
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Tropane alkaloids are a class of chemicals that include compounds with psychoactive effects.
Chemistry
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Tropane alkaloids are molecules which contain a substituted tropane ring in their structure. Tropane is a nitrogen-containing bicyclic organic molecule, which consists of a piperidine and pyrrolidine ring fused at carbons R1 and R5. It has additional methyl substitution at RN.
Pharmacology
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Tropane alkaloids are mostly anti-cholinergics (antagonistic action on acetylcholine receptors) or stimulants (prevention of dopamine reuptake).
Examples
Tropane alkaloids are seen throughout organic chemistry and include psychoactive and anaesthetic compounds.
Anticholinergic drugs:
Stimulant drugs:
See also
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