Substituted tropanes

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Tropane alkaloids are a class of chemicals that include compounds with psychoactive effects.

General tropane molecule.

Chemistry

Tropane alkaloids are molecules that contain a tropane ring in their structure.

Pharmacology

Tropane alkaloids are mostly anti-cholinergics (antagonistic action on acetylcholine receptors) or stimulants (prevention of dopamine reuptake).

Examples

Tropane alkaloids are seen throughout organic chemistry, including psychoactive and anaesthetic compounds.

Anticholinergic Drugs

Stimulant Drugs

See Also