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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Neoconvalloside.png|thumb|Neoconvalloside]] &#039;&#039;&#039;Neoconvalloside&#039;&#039;&#039; is a naturally occurring [[glycoside]] found in certain plant species. It is a type of [[cardiac glycoside]], which are compounds known for their ability to affect the [[cardiovascular system]]. Neoconvalloside is particularly noted for its presence in the plant species [[Convallaria majalis]], commonly known as [[Lily of the Valley]].<br /> <br /> ==Chemical Structure==<br /> Neoconvalloside is composed of a [[steroidal aglycone]] linked to a sugar moiety. The aglycone part of the molecule is responsible for its biological activity, particularly its effects on the [[heart]].<br /> <br /> ==Biological Activity==<br /> As a cardiac glycoside, neoconvalloside has a significant impact on the [[heart muscle]]. It works by inhibiting the [[sodium-potassium ATPase]] enzyme, which leads to an increase in intracellular [[calcium]] concentrations. This increase in calcium enhances the force of [[myocardial contraction]], making neoconvalloside useful in the treatment of certain heart conditions, such as [[congestive heart failure]] and [[arrhythmias]].<br /> <br /> ==Sources==<br /> Neoconvalloside is primarily found in the [[Lily of the Valley]] plant. This plant has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly in [[Europe]] and [[Asia]], for its heart-strengthening properties.<br /> <br /> ==Toxicity==<br /> While neoconvalloside has therapeutic benefits, it is also highly toxic if ingested in large quantities. Symptoms of neoconvalloside poisoning include [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[diarrhea]], [[confusion]], and [[cardiac arrhythmias]]. Immediate medical attention is required in cases of suspected poisoning.<br /> <br /> ==Related Compounds==<br /> Neoconvalloside is related to other cardiac glycosides such as [[digoxin]] and [[digitoxin]], which are derived from the [[Digitalis]] species. These compounds share similar mechanisms of action and therapeutic uses.<br /> <br /> ==See Also==<br /> * [[Cardiac glycoside]]<br /> * [[Convallaria majalis]]<br /> * [[Sodium-potassium ATPase]]<br /> * [[Congestive heart failure]]<br /> * [[Arrhythmia]]<br /> * [[Digoxin]]<br /> * [[Digitoxin]]<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{Reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External Links==<br /> {{Commons category|Neoconvalloside}}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Glycosides]]<br /> [[Category:Cardiac glycosides]]<br /> [[Category:Pharmacology]]<br /> [[Category:Medicinal plants]]<br /> <br /> {{medicine-stub}}</div>

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