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Ropinirole Hydrochloride

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Ropinirole Hydrochloride Definition

The hydrochloride salt form of ropinirole, a non-ergot dopamine agonist with antiparkinsonian property. Acting as a substitute for dopamine, ropinirole hydrochloride binds to and activates dopamine D2 and D3 receptors within the caudate putamen in the brain, thereby improving motor function.

Ropinirole Hydrochloride Synonyms

Ropinirole Hydrochloride, 2(H)-Indol-2-one, 4-(2-(dipropylamino)ethyl)-1,3-dihydro-, Monohydrochloride, 4-(2-(Dipropylamino)ethyl)-2-indolinone Monohydrochloride, ROPINIROLE HYDROCHLORIDE, Requip, SK&F 101468-A

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