Properties
Description
Rhynchophylline acts as a calcium channel blocker and is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine mainly for relieving ailments of central nervous and cardiovascular systems, such as lightheadedness, convulsions, numbness, and hypertension.
Molecular Formula
C22H28N2O4
Source
Hook branch of Uncaria rhynchopylla (Miq.) Jacks.
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is soluble in chloroform, acetone, ethanol, benzene, slightly soluble in ether and ethyl acetate, almost insoluble in petroleum ether.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Rhynchophylline can be used for anti-platelet aggregation and anti-thrombotic effect experiments, etc.
