Decarbamoylgonyautoxin I is a paralytic marine toxin found in various shellfish. Ingestion of gonyautoxins such as Decarbamoylgonyautoxin I causes paresthesia (numbness), paralysis, and in extreme cases, respiratory arrest.
belongs to the class of organic compounds known as saxitoxins, gonyautoxins, and derivatives. Saxitoxins, gonyautoxins, and derivatives are compounds with a structure based on a 2,6-diamino-4-methyl-pyrrolo[1,2-c]purin-10-ol skeleton.
No indication of carcinogenicity to humans (not listed by IARC).
Uses/Sources
Decarbamoylgonyautoxin I is a paralytic marine toxin found in various shellfish. Ingestion of gonyautoxins such as Decarbamoylgonyautoxin I causes paresthesia (numbness), paralysis, and in extreme cases, respiratory arrest.