Tropane alkaloids are a class of bicyclic [3.2.1] alkaloids and secondary metabolites that contain a tropane ring in their chemical structure.[1] Tropane alkaloids occur naturally in many members of the plant family Solanaceae. Certain tropane alkaloids such as cocaine and scopolamine are notorious for their psychoactive effects, related usage and cultural associations.[2][3][4][5][6][7] Particular tropane alkaloids such as these have pharmacological properties and can act as anticholinergics or stimulants.
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