PCOG GLYCOSIDES Flashcards
What are glycosides?
Sugar ethers
What connects the sugar and non-sugar portions in glycosides?
A glycosidic bond.
What are the two important biosynthesis pathways for glycosides?
The mevalonate pathway and the shikimic acid pathway.
What is the role of UDP-sugar in glycoside formation?
It condenses with the aglycone to form the actual glycoside.
What does the shikimic acid pathway give rise to?
Aromatic amino acids and phenylpropanoids.
What are the products of chorismic acid?
Anthraquinone glycosides, phenols, and alcohols.
What type of glycosides does coumaric acid produce?
Lactone glycosides.
What do hydrolyzable tannins contain?
Gallic acid and ellagic acid.
What is the significance of the prephenic acid branch?
It can give rise to phenylpropanoids.
What does coumaric acid produce?
Chalcones, which produce flavonoids.
What are flavonoids required for?
The production of condensed tannins.
What is catechin?
A flavonoid that is the phenolic nucleus of condensed tannins.
Which acids are related to catechin?
Chlorogenic acid, gallic acid, and ellagic acid.
What is the role of HMG CoA reductase?
It is a target of statins to inhibit sterol production.
What does the Mevalonate pathway produce?
Hormones, cholesterol, and fat-soluble vitamins (ADEK).
What are anthraquinone glycosides used for?
As stimulant cathartics.
What is the mechanism of action (MOA) of anthraquinone glycosides?
They increase the tone of smooth muscle in the wall of large intestines and inhibit Cl ion channels.
What is the aglycone of anthraquinone glycosides?
Anthracene derivatives.
What are anthraquinone derivatives known for?
Orange-red colored compounds soluble in dilute alcohol and boiling/hot water.
What gives anthraquinone derivatives their solubility?
The hydroxyl group.
What color do anthraquinone derivatives give with a base like NH3 or NaOH?
Red, violet, or green.
What is the most reduced type of anthraquinone?
Anthranol.
What is the main constituent of Senna?
Sennoside.
What is the scientific name for Cascara Sagrada?
Rhamnus purshianus.
What are the main constituents of Cascara Sagrada?
Cascarosides A, B, C, and D.
What is the primary use of Cascara Sagrada?
As a cathartic for habitual constipation.
How should Cascara Sagrada be treated before use?
It should be aged for at least 1 year.
What is done to reduce the bitter taste of Cascara Sagrada?
Cured with MgO or alkaline earths.
What is the scientific name of Alder Buckthorn?
Rhamnus frangula.
What are the main constituents of Aloe?
Barbaloin and chrysophanic acid.
What is the primary use of Aloe vera gel?
Treatment of burns, abrasions, and skin irritations.
What is the scientific name for Chinese Rhubarb?
Rheum officinale, R. palmatum, R. raponticum.
What are the major constituents of Senna?
Sennosides A and B.
What is the use of Goa powder?
Keratolytic agent for psoriasis, trichophytosis, and eczema.
What is the main active compound in St. John’s Wort?
Hyperforin.
What is the effect of Hyperforin?
Acts as a reuptake inhibitor and increases neurotransmitters.
What is Arbutin derived from?
Dried leaves of Arctostaphylos uva-ursi.
What is the primary use of Bearberry?
Diuretic and weak urinary antiseptic.
What is the scientific name of Willow?
Salix purpurea and S. fragilis.
What is the primary constituent found in Willow?
Salicin.
What does salicin produce after hydrolysis with emulsin?
Saligenin/salicylic alcohol (aglycone).
What is the use of salicin?
Antirheumatic (like salicylic acid).
What is the scientific name of Poplar?
Populus tremuloides or Populus tremula.
What is the primary constituent found in Poplar?
Populin (benzoylsalicin).
What is the scientific name of Black Haw?
Viburnum prunifolium.
What are the uses of Black Haw?
Dysmenorrhea, bleeding, asthma.
What is the scientific name of Hops?
Humulus lupulus.
What is the primary constituent found in Hops?
Lupulin.
What is the scientific name of Kamala/Banato?
Mallotus philippinensis.
What is the use of Kamala?
Anthelmintic for tapeworm infestation.