《英文msh词典》4-Octopamine
[入口词] 4-Octopamine
[主题词] Octopamine
[药动学] Vasoconstrictor Agents
[英文释义] An alpha-adrenergic sympathomimetic amine,biosynthesized from tyramine in the CNS and platelets and also in invertebrate nervous systems. It is used to treat hypotension and as a cardiotonic. The natural D(-) form is more potent than the L(+) form in producing cardiovascular adrenergic responses. It is also a neurotransmitter in some invertebrates.