Benzo[c]phenanthridine alkaloids sanguinarine and chelerythrine: biological activities and dental care applications

Acta Univ Palacki Olomuc Fac Med. 1995:139:7-16.

Abstract

This article reviews chemical, pharmacological, and toxicological research relating to two principal benzo[c]phenanthridine alkaloids, namely sanguinarine and chelerythrine, in the period 1980-1994. The medical applications of these alkaloids in relation to their biological activities are discussed.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Alkaloids* / adverse effects
  • Alkaloids* / chemistry
  • Alkaloids* / pharmacology
  • Alkaloids* / therapeutic use
  • Animals
  • Benzophenanthridines
  • Humans
  • Isoquinolines
  • Mouthwashes / pharmacology
  • Mouthwashes / therapeutic use
  • Oral Hygiene*
  • Phenanthridines* / adverse effects
  • Phenanthridines* / chemistry
  • Phenanthridines* / pharmacology
  • Phenanthridines* / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Alkaloids
  • Benzophenanthridines
  • Isoquinolines
  • Mouthwashes
  • Phenanthridines
  • sanguinarine
  • chelerythrine