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ropinirole hydrochloride

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.
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Synonym:4-(2-(dipropylamino)ethyl)-2-indolinone monohydrochloride
US brand name:Requip
Code name:SK&F 101468-A
Chemical structure:2(H)-indol-2-one, 4-(2-(dipropylamino)ethyl)-1,3-dihydro-, monohydrochloride
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