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Ritanserin

Medical Definition: A selective and potent serotonin-2 antagonist that is effective in the treatment of a variety of syndromes related to anxiety and depression. The drug also improves the subjective quality of sleep and decreases portal pressure.
Also Called: R-55667,Ritanserin Hydrochloride,Ritanserin Tartrate
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 87051-43-2
Previously Indexed: Histamine H2 Receptor Blockaders (1977-1991),Piperidines (1966-1991)

Ritanserin Medical Definitions and Terms

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