Clorgiline
Clorgiline
Clorgiline (pronounced: klor-JI-leen) is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) that is primarily used in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders. It is also sometimes used off-label for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
Etymology
The term "Clorgiline" is derived from the chemical name chloro (referring to the presence of a chlorine atom in the molecule) and giline (a common suffix for MAO inhibitors).
Usage
Clorgiline works by inhibiting the action of monoamine oxidase, an enzyme that breaks down certain neurotransmitters in the brain. By preventing the breakdown of these neurotransmitters, Clorgiline can help to alleviate the symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Related Terms
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitor: A type of drug that inhibits the action of monoamine oxidase, thereby increasing the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain.
- Depression: A mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities.
- Anxiety: A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.
- Parkinson's disease: A neurodegenerative disorder that affects predominately dopamine-producing neurons in a specific area of the brain.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Clorgiline
- Wikipedia's article - Clorgiline
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