Domperidone
| Definition: |
A specific blocker of dopamine receptors. It speeds gastrointestinal peristalsis, causes prolactin release, and is used as antiemetic and tool in the study of dopaminergic mechanisms. |
| Also Called: |
Domperidone Maleate (1:1),Domperidone Maleate,Domperidone Monohydrochloride,Motilium,R-33,812 |
| CAS Type 1 Name: |
CAS Number: |
57808-66-9 |
| Previously Indexed: |
Antiemetics (1977-1981),Benzimidazoles (1977-1981),Piperidines (1977-1981) |
Domperidone Definitions and Terms
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