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Aconitine

Medical Definition: A alkaloid from the root of Aconitum napellus L. and other aconites. Activates voltage-gated Na+ channels. Has been used to induce arrhythmia in experimental animals. Shows antiinflammatory and antineuralgic properties.
Guide Notes: do not confuse with ACONITE
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 302-27-2
Previously Indexed: Aconite (1972-1974)

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