Quabain [SIMPLE × 2025]

While once thought to be exclusively plant-based, scientists discovered that humans and other mammals produce an version of ouabain.

: It binds to and stops the pump, causing sodium to build up inside the cell. QUABAIN

: This sodium buildup forces the cell to retain more calcium. In heart muscle cells, this extra calcium strengthens contractions. While once thought to be exclusively plant-based, scientists

: It is extracted from the seeds of Strophanthus gratus and the bark of the Acocanthera ouabaio tree. QUABAIN

: Recent studies suggest low doses might protect neurons and improve cognitive function in models of Alzheimer’s disease .

Na+/K+cap N a raised to the positive power / cap K raised to the positive power