Fluparoxan
Fluparoxan
Fluparoxan (pronounced: flu-par-ox-an) is a pharmacological agent that belongs to the class of antidepressant drugs. It is a selective alpha-2 adrenergic receptor antagonist.
Etymology
The term "Fluparoxan" is derived from the systematic IUPAC name of the compound, which is "5-(2-fluorophenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-amine". The "Flu" refers to the fluorine atom in the compound, "par" is derived from the term "phenyl", and "oxan" is derived from "oxazoline", a type of organic compound.
Pharmacology
Fluparoxan is a potent and selective antagonist of the alpha-2 adrenergic receptor. This receptor is a type of G protein-coupled receptor that is involved in the regulation of various physiological processes, including neurotransmission and hormone secretion. By blocking the action of this receptor, Fluparoxan can enhance the release of certain neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine and serotonin, which can help to alleviate the symptoms of depression.
Related Terms
- Antidepressant: A type of medication used to treat depression and other mood disorders.
- Alpha-2 adrenergic receptor: A type of receptor found in the nervous system that is involved in the regulation of various physiological processes.
- G protein-coupled receptor: A large family of receptors that are involved in many different physiological processes.
- Norepinephrine: A neurotransmitter that is involved in the regulation of mood and anxiety.
- Serotonin: A neurotransmitter that is involved in the regulation of mood, appetite, and sleep.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fluparoxan
- Wikipedia's article - Fluparoxan
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