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Apomorphine

Medical Definition: A derivative of morphine that is a dopamine D2 agonist. It is a powerful emetic and has been used for that effect in acute poisoning. It has also been used in the diagnosis and treatment of parkinsonism, but its adverse effects limit its use.
Guide Notes: apopmorphine derivatives = APOMORPHINE/analogs
Also Called: Apomorphine Chloride,Apomorphine Hydrochloride, Anhydrous,Apomorphine Hydrochloride, Hemihydrate
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 58-00-4

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