AN IMPROVED METHOD FOR ISOLATION AND PURIFICATION OF LYSERGOL FROM IPOMOEA HEDERACEA SEED

摘要

The present invention discloses an improved method for isolation and purification of Lysergol from the seeds of Kaladana (Ipomoea hederacea), belonging to the Convulvulaceae family, Ipomoeae section. The method is a selective extraction by primary alcohol at a temperature in the range of 45-75° C. Lysergol is a compound that has been identified as a source of therapeutic value and commercial high value compound, used in the treatment of schizophrenia and motor disorders. It is also used in the synthesis of Lumilysergol and Nicergoline. The drug consisting of seeds, is locally used for its aperient action.