Na+/K+cap N a raised to the positive power / cap K raised to the positive power
: It binds to and stops the pump, causing sodium to build up inside the cell. QUABAIN
(pronounced WAH-bane ), also known as g-strophanthin , is a potent cardiac glycoside and steroid hormone naturally found in both African plants and mammals. Historically used by African hunters as an arrow poison due to its rapid effect on the heart, it is now primarily used as a research tool for studying cell signaling and, in some countries, as a medication for heart conditions. How it Works: The Na+/K+-ATPase Pump Na+/K+cap N a raised to the positive power
: Recent studies suggest low doses might protect neurons and improve cognitive function in models of Alzheimer’s disease . How it Works: The Na+/K+-ATPase Pump : Recent