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fenfluramine and Necrosis

fenfluramine has been researched along with Necrosis in 2 studies

Fenfluramine: A centrally active drug that apparently both blocks serotonin uptake and provokes transport-mediated serotonin release.
fenfluramine : A secondary amino compound that is 1-phenyl-propan-2-amine in which one of the meta-hydrogens is substituted by trifluoromethyl, and one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is substituted by an ethyl group. It binds to the serotonin reuptake pump, causing inhbition of serotonin uptake and release of serotonin. The resulting increased levels of serotonin lead to greater serotonin receptor activation which in turn lead to enhancement of serotoninergic transmission in the centres of feeding behavior located in the hypothalamus. This suppresses the appetite for carbohydrates. Fenfluramine was used as the hydrochloride for treatment of diabetes and obesity. It was withdrawn worldwide after reports of heart valve disease and pulmonary hypertension.

Necrosis: The death of cells in an organ or tissue due to disease, injury or failure of the blood supply.

Research

Studies (2)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19900 (0.00)18.7374
1990's2 (100.00)18.2507
2000's0 (0.00)29.6817
2010's0 (0.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Marinella, MA1
Berrettoni, BA1
Mostefa-Kara, N1
Pauwels, A1
Pines, E1
Biour, M1
Levy, VG1

Other Studies

2 other studies available for fenfluramine and Necrosis

ArticleYear
Digital necrosis associated with dexfenfluramine.
    The New England journal of medicine, 1997, Dec-11, Volume: 337, Issue:24

    Topics: Adult; Appetite Depressants; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2; Fenfluramine; Fingers; Humans; Male; Necrosi

1997
Fatal hepatitis after herbal tea.
    Lancet (London, England), 1992, Sep-12, Volume: 340, Issue:8820

    Topics: Aged; Beverages; Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury; Female; Fenfluramine; Humans; Necrosis

1992