English: This is the organic structural form of the alkaloid known as galantamine. It uses its hydroxyl group to effectively bind to acetylcholinesterase to lower the amount of acetylcholinesterase that is produced, which ultimately will allow the neurotransmitter, acetylcholine to increase allowing for a diminished decline in cognitive ability which results in the progression of Alzheimers disease.
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