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What are alkaloids? Give two examples of alkaloids which are used as analgesics.

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Alkaloids are complex nitrogenous compounds which are isolated from plams. They have a bitter taste and when administered into the body, exhibit some physiological actions like relieving pain . Two alkaloids which are used as analgesics are codeine and morphine.
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