belladonna alkaloids

belladonna alkaloids

pl.n.

A group of alkaloids, including atropine and scopolamine, found in plants such as belladonna, used to dilate the pupils, dry respiratory passages, prevent motion sickness, and relieve cramping of the intestines and bladder.

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belladonna alkaloids,

a group of anticholinergic alkaloids occurring in belladonna (Atropa belladonna).

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belladonna alkaloids,

n brand name: Bellafoline;
drug class: gastrointestinal anticholinergic;
action: inhibits muscarinic actions of acetylcholine at postganglionic parasympathetic neuron effector sites;
uses: treatment of peptic ulcer disease and irritable bowel syndrome in combination with other drugs.