Isometheptene
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Sympathomimetic amine
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MedlinePlus | a601064 |
Routes of administration | Oral |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.007.236 ![]() |
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Formula | C9H19N |
Molar mass | 141.258 g·mol−1 |
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Isometheptene (usually as isometheptene mucate) is a sympathomimetic amine sometimes used in the treatment of migraines and tension headaches due to its vasoconstricting properties; that is, it causes constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels (arteries and veins).[1][2] Along with paracetamol and dichloralphenazone, it is one of the constituents of Amidrine.
Chemistry
[edit]Isometheptene is a monounsaturated aliphatic secondary amine.
Mechanism of action
[edit]Isometheptene's vasoconstricting properties arise through activation of the sympathetic nervous system via epinephrine and norepinephrine. These compounds elicit smooth muscle activation leading to vasoconstriction by interacting with cell surface adrenergic receptors.[3]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Diamond S, Medina JL (October 1975). "Isometheptene--a non-ergot drug in the treatment of migraine". Headache. 15 (3): 211–3. doi:10.1111/j.1526-4610.1975.hed1503211.x. PMID 1100566. S2CID 34768775.
- ^ Behan PO (December 1978). "Isometheptene compound in the treatment of vascular headache". The Practitioner. 221 (1326): 937–9. PMID 372936.
- ^ "Isometheptene". Drug Bank.
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