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Desipramine

Medical Definition: A tricyclic dibenzazepine compound that potentiates neurotransmission. Desipramine selectively blocks reuptake of norepinephrine from the neural synapse, and also appears to impair serotonin transport. This compound also possesses minor anticholingeric activity, through its affinity to muscarinic receptors.
Also Called: Desipramine Hydrochloride,Pertofrane
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 50-47-5

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