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huperzine A |
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huperzine A (hōōˑ·p n a potent alkaloid obtained from the Huperzia serrata club moss; used to improve memory both in healthy individuals and in those suffering from memory loss. Precaution advised for those with high blood pressure, kidney disease, and liver disease. Self-medication is not advised. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Huperzine A is proving to be one of the most potent and selective acetylcholinesterase inhibitors under study for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, which damages memory and affects 4 million U. Schachter and colleagues discovered the anticonvulsant properties of Huperzine A in preclinical studies. Huperzine A is a "cholinesterase inhibitor"--something that interferes with the breakdown of the chemical messenger acetylcholine in the brain. |
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