COLEONOL
\kˈə͡ʊlɪˌɒnɒl], \kˈəʊlɪˌɒnɒl], \k_ˈəʊ_l_ɪ__ˌɒ_n_ɒ_l]\
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Potent activator of the adenylate cyclase system and the biosynthesis of cyclic AMP. From the plant Coleus forskohlii. Has antihypertensive, positive ionotropic, platelet aggregation inhibitory, and smooth muscle relaxant activities; also lowers intraocular pressure and promotes release of hormones from the pituitary gland.
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