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selegiline [1 record]

Record 1 2011-08-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Medication
Universal entry(ies)
14611-51-9
CAS number
C13H17N
formula, see observation
CONT

Selegiline can prolong the effects of dopamine in the brain by preventing its breakdown through selectively blocking MAO [monoamine oxydase]. It also may prevent the removal of dopamine between nerve endings and enhance release of dopamine from nerve cells.

OBS

For the adjunct treatment for Parkinson's Disease.

OBS

Active ingredient sold under the name Elderpryl.

OBS

Chemical formula: C13H17N

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
14611-51-9
CAS number
C13H17N
formula, see observation
CONT

La sélégiline, un inhibiteur de la monoamine oxydase B, diminue le catabolisme de la dopamine. Des données [...] suggèrent que la sélégiline peut être utilisée seule dans le traitement de la maladie de Parkinson débutante pour retarder la nécessité de devoir recourir à la lévodopa.

OBS

Principe actif commercialisé sous le nom d'Elderpryl.

OBS

Formule chimique : C13H17N

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Medicamentos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
14611-51-9
CAS number
C13H17N
formula, see observation
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