.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.C_CardiovascularSystem.C01B_AntiarrhythmicsClassIAndIii.C01BA04_Sparteine.Sparteine .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.C_CardiovascularSystem.C01B_AntiarrhythmicsClassIAndIii.C01BA04_Sparteine.Sparteine| name: | Sparteine |
| ATC code: | C01BA04 | route: | oral |
| n-compartments | 1 |
Sparteine is a naturally occurring alkaloid formerly used as an antiarrhythmic agent (class 1a) for heart rhythm disorders. It has also been studied as an oxytocic agent. Sparteine is not currently approved or widely used in modern clinical practice due to safety concerns and the availability of safer alternatives.
Pharmacokinetic parameters reported for healthy adult volunteers, both sexes. Oral administration.
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