Definitions

1. noun

A toxic alkaloid found in certain plants, such as the Corydalis species, having sedative and antispasmodic properties.

“The researchers studied the effects of bulbocapnine on muscle spasms in laboratory mice.”

2. chemical

The chemical name for a naturally occurring compound derived from Corydalis species.

“The chemist isolated the bulbocapnine from the plant’s dried roots and studied its properties.”

3. adjective

Relating to or derived from the Corydalis plant or its compounds, such as bulbocapnine.

“The bulbocapnine-related compounds showed promise as potential treatments for muscle spasms.”