Levomilnacipran
Levomilnacipran
Levomilnacipran (pronounced: levo-mil-na-ci-pran) is a type of antidepressant medication that is used to treat MDD.
Etymology
The name "Levomilnacipran" is derived from its chemical structure. "Levo" refers to the levorotatory isomer of the drug, "milnacipran" is a reference to the parent compound, milnacipran, from which it is derived.
Usage
Levomilnacipran is used primarily in the treatment of MDD. It is a SNRI, which means it works by increasing the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, which can help to improve mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level.
Related Terms
- Antidepressant: A type of medication used to treat depression and other mood disorders.
- Serotonin: A neurotransmitter that is believed to play a role in mood regulation.
- Norepinephrine: A neurotransmitter and hormone that is involved in the body's stress response.
- SNRI: A type of antidepressant that works by increasing the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain.
- MDD: A mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and a lack of interest in outside stimuli.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Levomilnacipran
- Wikipedia's article - Levomilnacipran
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