Glycoalkaloid

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Glycoalkaloids are a family of poisons found in species of the nightshade family; a notable example is solanine, which is found in potatos. Glycoalkaloids are bitter tasting, and produce a burning irritation in the back of the mouth and side of the tongue when eaten. Symptoms of poisoning include diarrhea and vomiting.[1]

Sale of a glycoalkaloid-based treatment marketed by Lane Labs USA Inc. for prevention of skin cancer was banned by the FDA in 2004 as an unapproved drug.[2] Similar glycoalkaloid gels are now marketed as exfoliants.[3]

[edit] References

  1. ^ uwm.edu, glycoalkaloids
  2. ^ fda.gov, news item 1086
  3. ^ outletnutrition.com, sunspesexsua


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