Isolated Alkaloids
- Vertine, also known as cryogenine, is regarded as the primary psychoactive component and is also generally the most abundant constituent of alkaloidal extracts. Clinically demonstrated effects include anticholinergic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, hyperglycemic, hypotensive, sedative, tranquilizer, and vasodilator activity.
- Lythrine, the third most abundant alkaloid, has been found to have diuretic activity.
- Heimidine, A minor alkaloid, has been found to have anti-inflammatory activity.
- Lyfoline, the second most abundant alkaloid.
- Lythridine, a minor alkaloid
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