Calligonine

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IUPACName = (1R)-1-methyl-2,3,4,9-tetrahydro-1H-pyrido [3,4-b] indole
OtherNames = Elaeagnine, tetrahydroharman(e)
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CASNo = 2254-36-6
PubChem = 442025
SMILES = c13ccccc1nc2c3CCNC2C
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Formula = C₁₂H₁₄N₂
MolarMass = 186.25296 g/mol
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Calligonine, an isomer of tetrahydroharman, is a major alkaloid constituent of the roots of "Calligonum minimum" and the bark of "Elaeagnus augustifolia". When taken internally, it has the effect of substantially lowering blood pressure for an extended period of time, similar to reserpine.

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