Divicine (26-diamino-45-dihydroxypyrimidine) is an oxidant and a base with alkaloidal properties found in fava beans and Lathyrus sativus. It is an aglycone of vicine. A common derivative is the diacetate form (26-diamino-16-dihydro-45-pyrimidinedione).
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