Compound Monograph

4-methylcurine

A bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid reported in abuta (Cissampelos/Chondrodendron), within the curine alkaloid group.

Classification

4-methylcurine is one of the isoquinoline alkaloids, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

4-methylcurine is one of the isoquinoline alkaloids, found in Abuta.