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taxine a toxic alkaloid found in Taxus baccata. Causes depression of conduction in the myocardium and consequent heart failure and anoxia. It also causes depression of smooth muscle activity and possibly of activity of the respiratory center. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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During the work, Castle Morpeth Borough Council staff found that yew trees contained taxine, which is used to make the anti-cancer drug Taxol. |
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