Nitidine
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2,3-Dimethoxy-12-methyl-9H-[1,3]benzodioxolo[5,6-c]phenanthridin-12-ium | |
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| C21H18NO4+ | |
| Molar mass | 348.37 g/mol |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Nitidine is a benzophenanthridine alkaloid found in species of the genus Zanthoxylum , notably in Zanthoxylum nitidum. This compound has an anti-malarial activity.[1]
References
- ^ Bouquet, J., et al. (2012). Biological activities of nitidine, a potential anti-malarial lead compound. Malaria Journal 11:67
