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== Indanorex == | |||
[[File:Indanorex.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Indanorex]] | |||
Indanorex | |||
== | '''Indanorex''' is a [[stimulant]] drug that was developed in the 1970s. It is chemically related to the [[amphetamine]] class of compounds and has been used primarily as an [[anorectic]] agent, meaning it suppresses [[appetite]]. | ||
Indanorex is a [[norepinephrine | |||
== Chemical Properties == | |||
Indanorex is a derivative of the [[indan]] structure, which is a bicyclic compound consisting of a benzene ring fused to a cyclopentane ring. The chemical structure of Indanorex includes a nitrogen atom, which is characteristic of many stimulant drugs. | |||
== Mechanism of Action == | |||
Indanorex acts primarily by increasing the levels of certain [[neurotransmitters]] in the brain, such as [[dopamine]] and [[norepinephrine]]. This increase in neurotransmitter levels leads to enhanced alertness, increased energy, and reduced appetite. The drug achieves this by inhibiting the reuptake of these neurotransmitters, allowing them to remain active in the synaptic cleft for a longer period. | |||
== Medical Uses == | |||
Indanorex has been used in the treatment of [[obesity]] due to its appetite-suppressing effects. It is typically prescribed as part of a comprehensive weight loss program that includes [[diet]] and [[exercise]]. | |||
== Side Effects == | == Side Effects == | ||
As with many stimulant drugs, Indanorex can cause a range of side effects. Common side effects include increased [[heart rate]], elevated [[blood pressure]], [[insomnia]], and [[anxiety]]. Long-term use can lead to [[tolerance]] and [[dependence]]. | |||
== Legal Status == | == Legal Status == | ||
Indanorex is | |||
The legal status of Indanorex varies by country. In some regions, it is classified as a controlled substance due to its potential for abuse and dependence. | |||
== Related Compounds == | |||
Indanorex is related to other stimulant drugs such as [[amphetamine]], [[methamphetamine]], and [[methylphenidate]]. These compounds share similar mechanisms of action and are used for various medical and non-medical purposes. | |||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Amphetamine]] | * [[Amphetamine]] | ||
* [[Stimulant]] | |||
* [[Anorectic]] | * [[Anorectic]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Neurotransmitter]] | ||
== Related Pages == | |||
* [[Obesity]] | * [[Obesity]] | ||
* [[Diet (nutrition)]] | |||
* [[Exercise]] | |||
[[Category:Stimulants]] | [[Category:Stimulants]] | ||
[[Category:Anorectics]] | [[Category:Anorectics]] | ||
Latest revision as of 03:52, 13 February 2025
Indanorex[edit]
Indanorex is a stimulant drug that was developed in the 1970s. It is chemically related to the amphetamine class of compounds and has been used primarily as an anorectic agent, meaning it suppresses appetite.
Chemical Properties[edit]
Indanorex is a derivative of the indan structure, which is a bicyclic compound consisting of a benzene ring fused to a cyclopentane ring. The chemical structure of Indanorex includes a nitrogen atom, which is characteristic of many stimulant drugs.
Mechanism of Action[edit]
Indanorex acts primarily by increasing the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine and norepinephrine. This increase in neurotransmitter levels leads to enhanced alertness, increased energy, and reduced appetite. The drug achieves this by inhibiting the reuptake of these neurotransmitters, allowing them to remain active in the synaptic cleft for a longer period.
Medical Uses[edit]
Indanorex has been used in the treatment of obesity due to its appetite-suppressing effects. It is typically prescribed as part of a comprehensive weight loss program that includes diet and exercise.
Side Effects[edit]
As with many stimulant drugs, Indanorex can cause a range of side effects. Common side effects include increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, insomnia, and anxiety. Long-term use can lead to tolerance and dependence.
Legal Status[edit]
The legal status of Indanorex varies by country. In some regions, it is classified as a controlled substance due to its potential for abuse and dependence.
Related Compounds[edit]
Indanorex is related to other stimulant drugs such as amphetamine, methamphetamine, and methylphenidate. These compounds share similar mechanisms of action and are used for various medical and non-medical purposes.
