Explore the Medicinal Uses of Alkaloids
Botanical Name: Papaver somniferum
Chemical constituents: Morphine
Plant Source: Latex from the opium poppy
Dosage Forms: Tablets, Injection, Syrup
Applications: Pain relief, Anesthesia
Adverse Effects: Nausea, Constipation, Respiratory depression
Extraction: Solvent extraction
Botanical Name: Nicotiana tabacum
Chemical constituents: Nicotine
Plant Source: Leaves
Dosage Forms: Cigarettes, Patches, Gum
Applications: Smoking cessation, Stimulant
Adverse Effects: Addiction, Increased heart rate
Extraction: Steam distillation
Botanical Name: Strychnos nux-vomica
Chemical constituents: Strychnine
Plant Source: Seeds
Dosage Forms: Powder
Applications: Stimulant, Treatment for certain poisoning
Adverse Effects: Severe toxicity, Convulsions
Extraction: Solvent extraction
Botanical Name: Theobroma cacao
Chemical constituents: Theobromine
Plant Source: Seeds
Dosage Forms: Chocolate, Supplements
Applications: Stimulant, Bronchodilator
Adverse Effects: Insomnia, Increased heart rate
Extraction: Solvent extraction
Botanical Name: Berberis vulgaris
Chemical constituents: Berberine
Plant Source: Bark and roots
Dosage Forms: Tablets, Capsules
Applications: Antimicrobial, Blood sugar regulation
Adverse Effects: Digestive upset, Skin irritation
Extraction: Alcohol extraction
Botanical Name: Catharanthus roseus
Chemical constituents: Vincristine
Plant Source: Leaves
Dosage Forms: Injection
Applications: Cancer treatment
Adverse Effects: Nausea, Neuropathy
Extraction: Solvent extraction
Botanical Name: Rauwolfia serpentina
Chemical constituents: Reserpine
Plant Source: Roots
Dosage Forms: Tablets
Applications: Antihypertensive
Adverse Effects: Depression, Drowsiness
Extraction: Alcohol extraction
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
Chemical constituents: Capsaicin
Plant Source: Fruits
Dosage Forms: Topical creams, Capsules
Applications: Pain relief, Weight loss
Adverse Effects: Skin irritation, Burning sensation
Extraction: Solvent extraction
Botanical Name: Huperzia serrata
Chemical constituents:strong> Huperzine A
Plant Source: Foliage
Dosage Forms: Capsules
Applications: Cognitive enhancer
Adverse Effects: Nausea, Diarrhea
Extraction: Alcohol extraction
Botanical Name: Pausinystalia yohimbe
Chemical constituents: Yohimbine
Plant Source: Bark
Dosage Forms: Tablets, Capsules
Applications: Impotence, Fat loss
Adverse Effects: Anxiety, Increased heart rate
Extraction: Solvent extraction
Botanical Name: Piper methysticum
Chemical constituents: Kavalactones
Plant Source: Roots
Dosage Forms: Powder, Tea, Capsules
Applications: Anxiety relief, Sedative
Adverse Effects: Digestive upset, Liver toxicity
Extraction: Solvent extraction
Botanical Name: Psilocybe cubensis
Active Ingredients: Psilocybin
Plant Source: Fungi
Dosage Forms: Dried mushrooms, Capsules
Applications: Psychedelic experiences, Research on mental health
Adverse Effects: Hallucinations, Anxiety
Extraction: Water extraction, Alcohol extraction