CHEM 181 Study Guide - Final Guide: Calcium Sulfate, Curcumin, Dexfenfluramine

• School: McGill University
• Department: Chemistry
• Course: CHEM 181
• Professor: David Harpp

Document Summary

Canavine found in alfalfa sprouts, and related closely to a mutagen. Turmeric a reddish substance found in curry, containing curcumin. Piperine a chemical in peppers that inhibits enzymes in drug metabolism. Phenylpropanolamine an appetite suppressant found in dietac which is similar to ephedrine. Banned after being linked to hallucinations and stroke. Fenfluramine (dex and lev) an amphetamine analog that worked on serotonin levels, found to cause drowsiness. Discovered that had two stereo isomers (dex and lev). Dex suppressed apatite and lev produced side effects. Synapse the gap between two nerve cells (axon and dendrite). Reuptake inhibitor a chemical that fits into neurotransmitter receptors to keep neurotransmitters in the synapse and increase their concentration. Dolomite a mix of calcium and magnesium sulphates. Used as a supplement however known to cause poisoning due to the presence of extraneous elements. Potassium an element that is used in kcl (nosalt) as an alternative to sodium.