Arecoline

An alkaloid obtained from the betel nut (Areca catechu), fruit of a palm tree. It is an agonist at both muscarinic and nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. It is used in the form of various salts as a ganglionic stimulant, a parasympathomimetic, and a vermifuge, especially in veterinary practice. It has been used as a euphoriant in the Pacific Islands.

Also Known As:

Arecolin; Arecaline; Arecholin; Arecholine; Methylarecaidin; 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 1,2,5,6-tetrahydro-1-methyl-, methyl ester

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Cholinergic Agonists

Heterocyclic Compounds: 198
- Alkaloids: 5398
  - Arecoline: 370
- 1-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - Pyridines: 88
    - Nicotinic Acids: 13
      - Arecoline: 370
- Heterocyclic Acids
  - Nicotinic Acids: 13
    - Arecoline: 370

isoarecoline methiodide

Bio-Agent Context: Research Results