Cephaeline

Catalog Number	ACM483170-1
CAS Number	483-17-0
Description	Cephaeline is a natural compound that can be found in the genus Quillaja saponaria. It has been shown to have effects on mitochondrial membrane potential, pyrazole ring, and receptor activity. Cephaeline also has anti-inflammatory properties and can be used for the treatment of bowel disease. It has been demonstrated to have therapeutic potential for congestive heart failure and bowel disease. Cephaeline is a natural product that is synthesized by the polymerase chain reaction from genomic DNA of Quillaja saponaria as well as from other related species. The signal peptide is cleaved off in order to release cephaeline which can then be purified by preparative high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
Synonyms	(1R)-1-[[(2S,3R,11bS)-3-Ethyl-1,3,4,6,7,11b-hexahydro-9,10-dimethoxy-2H-benzo[a]quinolizin-2-yl]methyl]-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-7-methoxy -6-isoquinolinol7',10,11-Trimethoxyemetan-6'-olCepheline
Canonical SMILES	CC[C@H]1CN2CCC3=CC(=C(C=C3[C@@H]2C[C@@H]1C[C@@H]4C5=CC(=C(C=C5CCN4)O)OC)OC)OC

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What is the chemical formula of cephaeline?

The chemical formula of cephaeline is C28H38N2O4.

What is the molecular weight of cephaeline?

The molecular weight of cephaeline is 466.61 g/mol.

What is the melting point of cephaeline?

The melting point of cephaeline is 115-116°C.

What are some synonyms for cephaeline?

Some synonyms for cephaeline are O-Phosphatidyl-ethanolamine, Cefalin, (-)-Cephaelin, 7',10,11-Trimethoxyemetan-6'-ol, and Cepheline.

What are the safety hazards associated with cephaeline?

Cephaeline is classified as RIDADR 1544, HazardClass 6.1(b), and PackingGroup III.

What are the main uses of cephaeline?

Cephaeline has been used as an emetic and expectorant, and also as an anti-amebic reagent.

In which plant can cephaeline be found naturally?

Cephaeline occurs in the ground roots of ipecac, along with emetine.

How is cephaeline stored?

Cephaeline is stored at -20°C in a freezer due to its hygroscopic nature.

What are the main solvents in which cephaeline is slightly soluble?

Cephaeline is slightly soluble in acetonitrile, chloroform, ethanol, and methanol.

What are some of the toxic effects associated with high doses of cephaeline ingestion?

Ingestion of high doses of cephaeline may produce hypotension, muscle weakness, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The toxicity of cephaeline is lower than that of emetine, but the effects are cumulative.

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