Huperzine A

Huperzine A --- has been studied extensively for its potential in treating dementias such as Alzheimer's disease. Dementia is an increasing deficiency in thought processes caused by brain damage or disease.

Chemical name : 5,9-Methanocycloocta[b]pyridine-2(1H)-one,5-amino-11-ethylid-Ene-5,6,9,10-tetrahydro-7-methyl-,[5R-(5α,9β,11E)]-

CAS No.: 102518-79-6

Molecular weight: 242.32

Molecular formula : C₁₅H₁₈N₂O

Structure :

Function and purpose:
Huperzine A, one of the chemicals in Chinese club moss, has been studied extensively for its potential in treating dementias such as Alzheimer's disease. Dementia is an increasing deficiency in thought processes caused by brain damage or disease. Like the prescription drugs currently available for individuals with Alzheimer's, Huperzine A, temporarily blocks an enzyme known as Acetylcholinesterase, which is concentrated in the brain, spinal cord, and red blood cells. This enzyme, also called Cholinesterase, breaks down one of the body's neurotransmitters, acetylcholine. Neurotransmitters are chemicals that carry messages from nerve cells to other cells. Acetylcholine plays a role in learning, remembering, and thinking; and decreased amounts of it are associated with conditions involving the loss of mental functioning. By reducing the activity of acetylcholinesterase, huperzine A may help to reduce the breakdown of acetylcholine, keeping more of it the blood. Frequently called a "cholinergic" effect, the increase in acetylcholine may help preserve or even restore memory. Additionally, in a small study of teenagers, huperzine A appeared to enhance general mental functioning when it was taken consistently for as little as one month.

Producing capacity: 1kg/month

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