Cephaeline dihydrobromide is an isoquinoline alkaloid that functions as a potent emetic, stimulating the vomiting center of the brain. Historically, it has been used in ipecac syrup for the induction of vomiting in cases of poisoning. Its use has declined due to safety concerns and limited clinical benefit compared to modern treatments. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a natural source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Cephaeline hydrobromide [WHO-DD] and Desmethylemetine dihydrobromide. Its PubChem CID is 71586842.
Cephaeline dihydrobromide
| CAS No | 6014-81-9 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C28H40Br2N2O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 628.4 g/mol |
| Synonyms | (1R)-1-[[(2S,3R,11bS)-3-ethyl-9,10-dimethoxy-2,3,4,6,7,11b-hexahydro-1H-benzo[a]quinolizin-2-yl]methyl]-7-methoxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinolin-6-ol;dihydrobromide |
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Cephaeline dihydrobromide is an isoquinoline alkaloid that functions as a potent emetic, stimulating the vomiting center of the brain. Historically, it has been used in ipecac syrup for the induction of vomiting in cases of poisoning.
The listed CAS number is 6014-81-9.
The listed molecular formula is C28H40Br2N2O4.
The listed molecular weight is 628.4 g/mol.
(1R)-1-[[(2S,3R,11bS)-3-ethyl-9,10-dimethoxy-2,3,4,6,7,11b-hexahydro-1H-benzo[a]quinolizin-2-yl]methyl]-7-methoxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinolin-6-ol;dihydrobromide.
The source lists Cephaeline hydrobromide [WHO-DD] and Desmethylemetine dihydrobromide.