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| Veratridine | |
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| Other names | Veratrine 3-Veratroylveracevine |
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| CAS number | 71-62-5 |
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| Molecular formula | C36H51NO11 |
| Molar mass | 673.79 g/mol |
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Veratridine is a steroid-derived alkaloid from the family of Liliaceae that functions as a neurotoxin by activating sodium ion channels. It is a derivative of veracevine. It is primarily obtained from the herb hellebore (veratrum) and sabadilla seeds. It binds to intramembrane receptor site 2 and increasing intracellular Ca2+ concentration. It acts by preferentially binding to activated Na+ channels causing persistent activation.
It is used in ointments for the treatment of neuralgia and rheumatoid pain.citation needed
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