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Definition of Canadine
1. Noun. (organic compound) A protoberberine alkaloid that can act as a calcium channel blocker. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Canadine
1. C20H21NO4; tetrahydroberberine;an alkaloid present in Hydrastis canadensis (family Ranunculaceae) and in Corydalis cava (family Fumaraceae) with sedative and muscle relaxant properties. Synonym: xanthopuccine. (05 Mar 2000)