About The Medical Condition Alpha-(Aminoethyl)-4-hydroxybenzenemethanol

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Alpha-(Aminoethyl)-4-hydroxybenzenemethanol

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Alpha-(Aminoethyl)-4-hydroxybenzenemethanol Medical Condition

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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.

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