Compound Monograph
Benzophenanthridine alkaloids
A class of isoquinoline-derived alkaloids (e.g., sanguinarine, chelerythrine) found in Chelidonium majus.
Classification
Benzophenanthridine alkaloids are 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)
Benzophenanthridine alkaloids are isoquinoline alkaloids, found in Greater Celandine.