Compound Monograph
Nor-ruffscine
An azafluoranthene alkaloid reported from abuta (Cissampelos pareira), isolated together with norimeluteine; little independent pharmacological data is established.
Classification
Nor-ruffscine 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)
Nor-ruffscine is one of the isoquinoline alkaloids, found in Abuta.