Cytisine(Baptitoxine, Sophorine)

Brief Introduction

Plant species that contain cytisine are found in several genera of the Faboideae subfamily of the Fabaceae family, including Laburnum, Anagyris, Thermopsis, Cytisus, Genista and Sophora. Cytisine is also present in Gymnocladus of the Caesalpinioideae subfamily.

Detailed Product Description

Product name:Cytisine(Baptitoxine, Sophorine)

Synonyms:(1R,5S)-1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexahydro-1,5-methanopyrido[1,2-a][1,5]diazocin-8-one

Latin Name: Thermopsis lanceolata R.Br.

Specification: 98%, 99% HPLC

Appearance: Fine yellow to white powder

Molecular Formula:C₁₁H₁₄N₂O

Molecular Weight:190.24

CAS Number:485-35-8

Solubility:Soluble in water, alcohol and ether, chloroform, insoluble in petroleum ether.

Usage: Pharmaceuticals, healthcares,and cosmetics

Main Functions

Cytisine is a nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist, and as a pharmaceutical preparation it is available for the treatment of nicotinism. Cytisine derivative varenicline was approved in 2006 as a smoking cessation drug. A 2006 literature review concludes that while trials performed with cytisine itself are mostly of poor quality, there is some evidence that cytisine may be prescribed to aid in smoking cessation

1.It can substitute nicotine action, reducing and eliminating the smokers dependence on nicotine to achieve the

purpose of smoking cessation.

2.With a respiratory stimulant and booster effects on the cerebral circulation;

3.With the function of pharmacological, such as anti-arrhythmia, anti-microbial, anti- infection, anti-ulcer, elevated white blood cell;

4.Has strong anti-cancer activity;

5.With significant regulating activity on plant growth;

6.With the function of expectorant and antitussive,it shows good effect on treating elderly patients with chronic

cough;

Packing &Storage Condition

Storage: Store in cool & dry place, Keep away from strong light and heat.

Shelf life: 24Months when properly stored.

Packing: 25/kg paper drum and two plastic-bags inside