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Berberine

An alkaloid from Hydrastis canadensis L., Berberidaceae. It is also found in many other plants. It is relatively toxic parenterally, but has been used orally for various parasitic and fungal infections and as antidiarrheal.

Year introduced: 1991(1976)

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Tree Number(s): D03.132.098.057.100, D03.633.400.168.100

MeSH Unique ID: D001599

Registry Number: 0I8Y3P32UF

Entry Terms:

  • Umbellatine

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