"Cyclopamine" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Cyclopamine is a naturally occurring toxic compound found in the brakes of the Pacific yew plant (Taxus brevifolia). It is a teratogen, meaning it can cause birth defects, and is used as a research tool to study embryonic development. It is also known as Vernonie, and its use in traditional medicine has been associated with birth defects and miscarriages.
Cyclopamine:
Cyclopamine is a rare and serious birth defect that affects the development of the brain and major organs of the fetus.
Cyclooxygenase (COX) is a key enzyme responsible for the synthesis of prostaglandins, important hormones that play a role in pain, inflammation, and fever regulation.