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Descriptor
English
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Octopamine
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Octopamina
Descriptor
Portuguese
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Octopamina
Synonyms
English
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p-Octopamine
para-Octopamine
Norsynephrine
Tree Number:
D02.033.100.291.525
D02.092.063.291.525
D02.092.211.215.811.651
D02.092.471.683.725
Definition
English
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An alpha-adrenergic sympathomimetic amine, biosynthesized from
tyramine
in the CNS and platelets and also in invertebrate nervous systems. It is used to treat
hypotension
and as a cardiotonic. The natural D(-) form is more potent than the L(+) form in producing cardiovascular adrenergic responses. It is also a neurotransmitter in some
invertebrates.
Pharmacological Action:
Adrenergic alpha-Agonists
Vasoconstrictor Agents
History Note
English
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91; NORSYNEPHRINE was heading 1963-90
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Record Number:
29307
Unique Identifier:
D009655
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