Exploring the Biomedical Potential of Terpenoid Alkaloids: Sources, Structures, and Activities.
Molecules
; 29(9)2024 Apr 25.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38731459
ABSTRACT
Terpenoid alkaloids are recognized as a class of compounds with limited numbers but potent biological activities, primarily derived from plants, with a minor proportion originating from animals and microorganisms. These alkaloids are synthesized from the same prenyl unit that forms the terpene skeleton, with the nitrogen atom introduced through ß-aminoethanol, ethylamine, or methylamine, leading to a range of complex and diverse structures. Based on their skeleton type, they can be categorized into monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, diterpenes, and triterpene alkaloids. To date, 289 natural terpenoid alkaloids, excluding triterpene alkaloids, have been identified in studies published between 2019 and 2024. These compounds demonstrate a spectrum of biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antitumor, antibacterial, analgesic, and cardioprotective effects, making them promising candidates for further development. This review provides an overview of the sources, chemical structures, and biological activities of natural terpenoid alkaloids, serving as a reference for future research and applications in this area.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Terpenes
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Alkaloids
Limits:
Animals
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Molecules
Journal subject:
BIOLOGIA
Year:
2024
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
China
Country of publication:
Switzerland