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norepinephrine-epinephrine vasoconstriction involved in regulation of systemic arterial blood pressure

Definition

Target type: biologicalprocess

A process that results in a decrease in the diameter of an artery during the norepinephrine-epinephrine response to decreased blood pressure. [GOC:mtg_cardio, ISBN:0721643949]

Norepinephrine and epinephrine, also known as adrenaline and noradrenaline, are catecholamines that play a critical role in regulating systemic arterial blood pressure through vasoconstriction. This process involves a complex interplay of hormonal signaling, vascular smooth muscle contraction, and autonomic nervous system regulation.

Upon sensing a drop in blood pressure, the sympathetic nervous system is activated, leading to the release of norepinephrine from sympathetic nerve endings in the blood vessels. Epinephrine is also released from the adrenal medulla, further contributing to the vasoconstriction response.

Norepinephrine and epinephrine bind to alpha-1 adrenergic receptors located on vascular smooth muscle cells. This binding triggers a cascade of intracellular signaling events, ultimately leading to the activation of phospholipase C. Phospholipase C breaks down phosphatidylinositol 4,5-bisphosphate (PIP2) into diacylglycerol (DAG) and inositol triphosphate (IP3).

DAG activates protein kinase C (PKC), while IP3 mobilizes calcium from intracellular stores. These signaling pathways converge to increase intracellular calcium levels. Elevated calcium concentrations promote the interaction of calcium with calmodulin, a calcium-binding protein. The calcium-calmodulin complex then activates myosin light chain kinase (MLCK), which phosphorylates myosin light chains. This phosphorylation allows myosin to bind to actin filaments, leading to the contraction of vascular smooth muscle cells.

The contraction of vascular smooth muscle cells results in vasoconstriction, narrowing the lumen of blood vessels and increasing resistance to blood flow. This increased resistance leads to an elevation in systemic arterial blood pressure, restoring blood pressure to its normal range.

In addition to vasoconstriction, norepinephrine and epinephrine also have other effects on the cardiovascular system, including increased heart rate, enhanced contractility of the heart, and increased cardiac output. These combined effects contribute to the overall regulation of blood pressure.'
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Proteins (2)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
Alpha-1A adrenergic receptorAn alpha-1A adrenergic receptor that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:P35348]Homo sapiens (human)
D(1B) dopamine receptorA D(1B) dopamine receptor that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:P21918]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (172)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
sk&f 81297benzazepine
8-hydroxy-2-(di-n-propylamino)tetralin8-Hydroxy-2-(di-n-propylamino)tetralin: A serotonin 1A-receptor agonist that is used experimentally to test the effects of serotonin.

8-OH-DPAT : A tetralin substituted at positions 1 and 7 by hydroxy and dipropylamino groups respectively
phenols;
tertiary amino compound;
tetralins
serotonergic antagonist
sk&f-383931-phenyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1H-3-benzazepine-7,8-diol : A benzazepine that is 2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-3-benzazepine bearing a phenyl substituent at position 1 and two hydroxy substituents at positions 7 and 8.

2,3,4,5-Tetrahydro-7,8-dihydroxy-1-phenyl-1H-3-benzazepine: A selective D1 dopamine receptor agonist used primarily as a research tool.

SKF 38393 : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-SKF 38393
benzazepine;
catechols;
secondary amino compound
1h-3-benzazepin-7-ol, 8-bromo-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-3-methyl-5-phenyl-1H-3-benzazepin-7-ol, 8-bromo-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-3-methyl-5-phenyl-: stereoselective antagonist of dopamine receptorbenzazepine
6-fluoronorepinephrine6-fluoronorepinephrine: agonist for activation of alpha & beta adrenergic-sensitive cyclic AMP-generating systems; RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designationcatechols
alfuzosinalfuzosin: structure given in first sourcemonocarboxylic acid amide;
quinazolines;
tetrahydrofuranol
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
antihypertensive agent;
antineoplastic agent
alprenololalprenolol : A secondary alcohol that is propan-2-ol substituted by a 2-allylphenoxy group at position 1 and an isopropylamino group at position 3. It is a beta-adrenergic antagonist used as a antihypertensive, anti-arrhythmia and a sympatholytic agent.

Alprenolol: One of the ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONISTS used as an antihypertensive, anti-anginal, and anti-arrhythmic agent.
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
sympatholytic agent
amitriptylineamitriptyline : An organic tricyclic compound that is 10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d][7]annulene substituted by a 3-(dimethylamino)propylidene group at position 5.

Amitriptyline: Tricyclic antidepressant with anticholinergic and sedative properties. It appears to prevent the re-uptake of norepinephrine and serotonin at nerve terminals, thus potentiating the action of these neurotransmitters. Amitriptyline also appears to antagonize cholinergic and alpha-1 adrenergic responses to bioactive amines.
carbotricyclic compound;
tertiary amine
adrenergic uptake inhibitor;
antidepressant;
environmental contaminant;
tropomyosin-related kinase B receptor agonist;
xenobiotic
amlodipineamlodipine : A fully substituted dialkyl 1,4-dihydropyridine-3,5-dicarboxylate derivative, which is used for the treatment of hypertension, chronic stable angina and confirmed or suspected vasospastic angina.

Amlodipine: A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION.
dihydropyridine;
ethyl ester;
methyl ester;
monochlorobenzenes;
primary amino compound
antihypertensive agent;
calcium channel blocker;
vasodilator agent
apraclonidineapraclonidine : An imidazoline that is 2-amino 4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazoline in which one of the exocyclic amino hydrogens has been replaced by a 4-amino-2,6-dichlorophenyl group.

apraclonidine: relieves postoperative intraocular pressure following trabeculoplasty; RN given refers to parent cpd
dichlorobenzene;
guanidines;
imidazolines
alpha-adrenergic agonist;
antiglaucoma drug;
beta-adrenergic agonist;
diagnostic agent;
ophthalmology drug
atenololatenolol : An ethanolamine compound having a (4-carbamoylmethylphenoxy)methyl group at the 1-position and an N-isopropyl substituent.

Atenolol: A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect.
ethanolamines;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
propanolamine
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
environmental contaminant;
sympatholytic agent;
xenobiotic
azelastineazelastine : A phthalazine compound having an oxo substituent at the 1-position, a 1-methylazepan-4-yl group at the 2-position and a 4-chlorobenzyl substituent at the 4-position.

azelastine: azeptin is azelastine hydrochloride; structure; eye drop formulation effective in relieving symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis; do not confuse with 5-loxin which is an extract of Boswellia
monochlorobenzenes;
phthalazines;
tertiary amino compound
anti-allergic agent;
anti-asthmatic drug;
bronchodilator agent;
EC 1.13.11.34 (arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase) inhibitor;
H1-receptor antagonist;
platelet aggregation inhibitor
bmy 7378piperazines
bunazosinbunazosin: structurequinazolines
chlorpromazinechlorpromazine : A substituted phenothiazine in which the ring nitrogen at position 10 is attached to C-3 of an N,N-dimethylpropanamine moiety.

Chlorpromazine: The prototypical phenothiazine antipsychotic drug. Like the other drugs in this class chlorpromazine's antipsychotic actions are thought to be due to long-term adaptation by the brain to blocking DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. Chlorpromazine has several other actions and therapeutic uses, including as an antiemetic and in the treatment of intractable hiccup.
organochlorine compound;
phenothiazines;
tertiary amine
anticoronaviral agent;
antiemetic;
dopaminergic antagonist;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
phenothiazine antipsychotic drug
cirazolinecirazoline: posseses agonist properties at alpha-adrenoreceptor sites; RN given refers to parent cpdaromatic ether
cisapridecisapride : The amide resulting from formal condensation of 4-amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid with cis-1-[3-(4-fluorophenoxy)propyl]-3-methoxypiperidin-4-amine. It has been used (as its monohydrate or as its tartrate) for the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and for non-ulcer dyspepsia, but its propensity to cause cardiac arrhythmias resulted in its complete withdrawal from many countries, including the U.K., and restrictions on its use elsewhere.

Cisapride: A substituted benzamide used for its prokinetic properties. It is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease, functional dyspepsia, and other disorders associated with impaired gastrointestinal motility. (Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed)
benzamides
clonidineclonidine (amino form) : A clonidine that is 4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-amine in which one of the amino hydrogens is replaced by a 2,6-dichlorophenyl group.

Clonidine: An imidazoline sympatholytic agent that stimulates ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and central IMIDAZOLINE RECEPTORS. It is commonly used in the management of HYPERTENSION.
clonidine;
imidazoline
doxazosindoxazosin : A member of the class of quinazolines that is quinazoline substituted by an amino group at position 4, methoxy groups at positions 6 and 7 and a piperazin-1-yl group at position 2 which in turn is substituted by a 2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxin-2-ylcarbonyl group at position 4. An antihypertensive agent, it is used in the treatment of high blood pressure.

Doxazosin: A prazosin-related compound that is a selective alpha-1-adrenergic blocker.
aromatic amine;
benzodioxine;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
N-acylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
quinazolines
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
antihyperplasia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
antineoplastic agent;
vasodilator agent
ebastineorganic molecular entity
fluphenazineN-alkylpiperazine;
organofluorine compound;
phenothiazines
anticoronaviral agent;
dopaminergic antagonist;
phenothiazine antipsychotic drug
haloperidolhaloperidol : A compound composed of a central piperidine structure with hydroxy and p-chlorophenyl substituents at position 4 and an N-linked p-fluorobutyrophenone moiety.

Haloperidol: A phenyl-piperidinyl-butyrophenone that is used primarily to treat SCHIZOPHRENIA and other PSYCHOSES. It is also used in schizoaffective disorder, DELUSIONAL DISORDERS, ballism, and TOURETTE SYNDROME (a drug of choice) and occasionally as adjunctive therapy in INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY and the chorea of HUNTINGTON DISEASE. It is a potent antiemetic and is used in the treatment of intractable HICCUPS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p279)
aromatic ketone;
hydroxypiperidine;
monochlorobenzenes;
organofluorine compound;
tertiary alcohol
antidyskinesia agent;
antiemetic;
dopaminergic antagonist;
first generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist
isoproterenolisoprenaline : A secondary amino compound that is noradrenaline in which one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is replaced by an isopropyl group. A sympathomimetic acting almost exclusively on beta-adrenergic receptors, it is used (mainly as the hydrochloride salt) as a bronghodilator and heart stimulant for the management of a variety of cardiac disorders.

Isoproterenol: Isopropyl analog of EPINEPHRINE; beta-sympathomimetic that acts on the heart, bronchi, skeletal muscle, alimentary tract, etc. It is used mainly as bronchodilator and heart stimulant.
catechols;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
beta-adrenergic agonist;
bronchodilator agent;
cardiotonic drug;
sympathomimetic agent
labetalol2-hydroxy-5-{1-hydroxy-2-[(4-phenylbutan-2-yl)amino]ethyl}benzamide : A member of the class of benzamides that is benzamide substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2 and by a 1-hydroxy-2-[(4-phenylbutan-2-yl)amino]ethyl group at position 5.

labetalol : A diastereoisomeric mixture of approximately equal amounts of all four possible stereoisomers ((R,S)-labetolol, (S,R)-labetolol, (S,S)-labetalol and (R,R)-labetalol). It is an adrenergic antagonist used to treat high blood pressure.

Labetalol: A salicylamide derivative that is a non-cardioselective blocker of BETA-ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and ALPHA-1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS.
benzamides;
benzenes;
phenols;
primary carboxamide;
salicylamides;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
bunololBunolol: A nonselective beta-adrenoceptor antagonist used in the treatment of glaucoma.naphthalenone
maprotilineMaprotiline: A bridged-ring tetracyclic antidepressant that is both mechanistically and functionally similar to the tricyclic antidepressants, including side effects associated with its use.anthracenes
mianserinmianserin : A dibenzoazepine (specifically 1,2,3,4,10,14b-hexahydrodibenzo[c,f]pyrazino[1,2-a]azepine) methyl-substituted on N-2. Closely related to (and now mostly superseded by) the tetracyclic antidepressant mirtazapinean, it is an atypical antidepressant used in the treatment of depression throughout Europe and elsewhere.

Mianserin: A tetracyclic compound with antidepressant effects. It may cause drowsiness and hematological problems. Its mechanism of therapeutic action is not well understood, although it apparently blocks alpha-adrenergic, histamine H1, and some types of serotonin receptors.
dibenzoazepineadrenergic uptake inhibitor;
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
antidepressant;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
geroprotector;
H1-receptor antagonist;
histamine agonist;
sedative;
serotonergic antagonist
mirtazapineMirtazapine: A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders.benzazepine;
tetracyclic antidepressant
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
anxiolytic drug;
H1-receptor antagonist;
histamine antagonist;
oneirogen;
serotonergic antagonist
naftopidilpiperazines
nan 1901-(2-methoxyphenyl)-4-(4-(2-phthalimido)butyl)piperazine: RN from Toxlit

NAN 190 : An N-alkylpiperazine that consists of (2-methoxyphenyl)piperazine in which the amine hydrogen is substituted by a 4-(2-phthalimido)butyl group.
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
phthalimides
serotonergic antagonist
naphazolineNaphazoline: An adrenergic vasoconstrictor agent used as a decongestant.naphthalenes
oxymetazolineoxymetazoline : A member of the class of phenols that is 2,4-dimethylphenol which is substituted at positions 3 and 6 by 4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-ylmethyl and tert-butyl groups, respectively. A direct-acting sympathomimetic with marked alpha-adrenergic activity, it is a vasoconstrictor that is used (generally as the hydrochloride salt) to relieve nasal congestion.

Oxymetazoline: A direct acting sympathomimetic used as a vasoconstrictor to relieve nasal congestion. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1251)
carboxamidine;
imidazolines;
phenols
alpha-adrenergic agonist;
nasal decongestant;
sympathomimetic agent;
vasoconstrictor agent
moxonidinemoxonidine: structure given in first sourceorganohalogen compound;
pyrimidines
pindololpindolol : A member of the class of indols which is the 2-hydroxy-3-(isopropylamino)propyl ether derivative of 1H-indol-4-ol.

Pindolol: A moderately lipophilic beta blocker (ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONISTS). It is non-cardioselective and has intrinsic sympathomimetic actions, but little membrane-stabilizing activity. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmocopoeia, 30th ed, p638)
indoles;
secondary amine
antiglaucoma drug;
antihypertensive agent;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
serotonergic antagonist;
vasodilator agent
practololpractolol : N-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acetamide in which the hydrogen of the phenolic hydroxy group is substituted by a 3-(isopropylaminoamino)-2-hydroxypropyl group. A selective beta blocker, it has been used in the emergency treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.

Practolol: A beta-1 adrenergic antagonist that has been used in the emergency treatment of CARDIAC ARRYTHMIAS.
acetamides;
ethanolamines;
propanolamine;
secondary alcohol;
secondary amino compound
anti-arrhythmia drug;
beta-adrenergic antagonist
prazosinprazosin : A member of the class of piperazines that is piperazine substituted by a furan-2-ylcarbonyl group and a 4-amino-6,7-dimethoxyquinazolin-2-yl group at positions 1 and 4 respectively.

Prazosin: A selective adrenergic alpha-1 antagonist used in the treatment of HEART FAILURE; HYPERTENSION; PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA; RAYNAUD DISEASE; PROSTATIC HYPERTROPHY; and URINARY RETENTION.
aromatic ether;
furans;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
piperazines;
quinazolines
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
antihypertensive agent;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor
propranololpropranolol : A propanolamine that is propan-2-ol substituted by a propan-2-ylamino group at position 1 and a naphthalen-1-yloxy group at position 3.

Propranolol: A widely used non-cardioselective beta-adrenergic antagonist. Propranolol has been used for MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; ARRHYTHMIA; ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; HYPERTHYROIDISM; MIGRAINE; PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA; and ANXIETY but adverse effects instigate replacement by newer drugs.
naphthalenes;
propanolamine;
secondary amine
anti-arrhythmia drug;
antihypertensive agent;
anxiolytic drug;
beta-adrenergic antagonist;
environmental contaminant;
human blood serum metabolite;
vasodilator agent;
xenobiotic
quetiapinedibenzothiazepine;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine
adrenergic antagonist;
dopaminergic antagonist;
histamine antagonist;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist
7-chloro-3-methyl-1-phenyl-1,2,4,5-tetrahydro-3-benzazepin-8-olbenzazepine;
organochlorine compound;
tertiary amino compound
dopaminergic antagonist
rbi 257RBI 257: ligand for dopamine D4 receptors; structure in first source
risperidonerisperidone : A member of the class of pyridopyrimidines that is 2-methyl-6,7,8,9-tetrahydropyrido[1,2-a]pyrimidin-4-one carrying an additional 2-[4-(6-fluoro-1,2-benzoxazol-3-yl)piperidin-1-yl]ethyl group at position 2.

Risperidone: A selective blocker of DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS and SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTORS that acts as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA.
1,2-benzoxazoles;
heteroarylpiperidine;
organofluorine compound;
pyridopyrimidine
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
dopaminergic antagonist;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
H1-receptor antagonist;
psychotropic drug;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist
rizatriptanrizatriptan: structure given in first source; RN given refers to benzoatetryptaminesanti-inflammatory drug;
serotonergic agonist;
vasoconstrictor agent
ropiniroleindolones;
tertiary amine
antidyskinesia agent;
antiparkinson drug;
central nervous system drug;
dopamine agonist
sumatriptansumatriptan : A sulfonamide that consists of N,N-dimethyltryptamine bearing an additional (N-methylsulfamoyl)methyl substituent at position 5. Selective agonist for a vascular 5-HT1 receptor subtype (probably a member of the 5-HT1D family). Used (in the form of its succinate salt) for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.

Sumatriptan: A serotonin agonist that acts selectively at 5HT1 receptors. It is used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS.
sulfonamide;
tryptamines
serotonergic agonist;
vasoconstrictor agent
terazosinTerazosin: induces decreased blood pressure; used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasiafurans;
piperazines;
primary amino compound;
quinazolines
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
antihypertensive agent;
antineoplastic agent
terfenadineTerfenadine: A selective histamine H1-receptor antagonist devoid of central nervous system depressant activity. The drug was used for ALLERGY but withdrawn due to causing LONG QT SYNDROME.diarylmethane
5-methylurapidil
n-(2-(4-(2-methoxyphenyl)-1-piperazinyl)ethyl)-n-(2-pyridinyl)cyclohexanecarboxamidepiperazines
wb 4101N-(2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxin-2-ylmethyl)-2-(2,6-dimethoxyphenoxy)ethanamine : A benzodioxine that is 2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxine bearing a [(2',6'-dimethoxyphenoxy)ethylamino]methyl group at position 2. An alpha1A-adrenergic selective antagonist.aromatic ether;
benzodioxine;
secondary amino compound
alpha-adrenergic antagonist
xylometazolinexylometazoline: RN given refers to parent cpd; structurealkylbenzene
zotepinezotepine: structuredibenzothiepine;
tertiary amino compound
alpha-adrenergic drug;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic drug
lysergic acid diethylamidelysergic acid diethylamide : An ergoline alkaloid arising from formal condensation of lysergic acid with diethylamine.

Lysergic Acid Diethylamide: Semisynthetic derivative of ergot (Claviceps purpurea). It has complex effects on serotonergic systems including antagonism at some peripheral serotonin receptors, both agonist and antagonist actions at central nervous system serotonin receptors, and possibly effects on serotonin turnover. It is a potent hallucinogen, but the mechanisms of that effect are not well understood.
ergoline alkaloid;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
organic heterotetracyclic compound
dopamine agonist;
hallucinogen;
serotonergic agonist
phentolaminephentolamine : A substituted aniline that is 3-aminophenol in which the hydrogens of the amino group are replaced by 4-methylphenyl and 4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-ylmethyl groups respectively. An alpha-adrenergic antagonist, it is used for the treatment of hypertension.

Phentolamine: A nonselective alpha-adrenergic antagonist. It is used in the treatment of hypertension and hypertensive emergencies, pheochromocytoma, vasospasm of RAYNAUD DISEASE and frostbite, clonidine withdrawal syndrome, impotence, and peripheral vascular disease.
imidazoles;
phenols;
substituted aniline;
tertiary amino compound
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
vasodilator agent
apomorphineApomorphine: A derivative of morphine that is a dopamine D2 agonist. It is a powerful emetic and has been used for that effect in acute poisoning. It has also been used in the diagnosis and treatment of parkinsonism, but its adverse effects limit its use.aporphine alkaloidalpha-adrenergic drug;
antidyskinesia agent;
antiparkinson drug;
dopamine agonist;
emetic;
serotonergic drug
piperoxanPiperoxan: A benzodioxane alpha-adrenergic blocking agent with considerable stimulatory action. It has been used to diagnose PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA and as an antihypertensive agent.
phenylephrinephenylephrine : A member of the class of the class of phenylethanolamines that is (1R)-2-(methylamino)-1-phenylethan-1-ol carrying an additional hydroxy substituent at position 3 on the phenyl ring.

Phenylephrine: An alpha-1 adrenergic agonist used as a mydriatic, nasal decongestant, and cardiotonic agent.
phenols;
phenylethanolamines;
secondary amino compound
alpha-adrenergic agonist;
cardiotonic drug;
mydriatic agent;
nasal decongestant;
protective agent;
sympathomimetic agent;
vasoconstrictor agent
methoxaminemethoxamine : An amphetamine in which the parent 1-phenylpropan-2-amine skeleton is substituted at position 1 with an hydroxy group and the phenyl ring is 2- and 5-substituted with methoxy groups. It is an antihypotensive agent (pressor), an agonist acting directly at alpha-adrenoceptors with selectivity for the alpha-1 adrenoceptor subtype similar to phenylephrine .

Methoxamine: An alpha-1 adrenergic agonist that causes prolonged peripheral VASOCONSTRICTION.
amphetaminesalpha-adrenergic agonist;
antihypotensive agent
phenyltoloxaminephenyltoloxamine: RN given refers to parent cpd; structurediarylmethane
azapetineazapetine: RN given refers to parent cpd; structurebenzazepine
yohimbineyohimbine : An indole alkaloid with alpha2-adrenoceptor antagonist activity. It is produced by Corynanthe johimbe and Rauwolfia serpentina.

Yohimbine: A plant alkaloid with alpha-2-adrenergic blocking activity. Yohimbine has been used as a mydriatic and in the treatment of ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION.
methyl 17-hydroxy-20xi-yohimban-16-carboxylatealpha-adrenergic antagonist;
dopamine receptor D2 antagonist;
serotonergic antagonist
indopanalpha-methyltryptamine : A tryptamine derivative having a methyl substituent at the alpha-position.

indopan: RN given refers to parent cpd without isomeric designation
tryptamines
nuciferinenuciferine: CNS depressant; glutamic acid antagonist; RN given refers to (R)-isomer; structure
phenylpropanolamine(-)-norephedrine : An amphetamine that is propylbenzene substituted by a hydroxy group at position 1 and by an amino group at position 2 (the 1R,2S-stereoisomer). It is a plant alkaloid.

phenylpropanolamine : An amphetamine in which the parent 1-phenylpropan-2-amine skeleton is substituted at position 1 with an hydroxy group. A decongestant and appetite suppressant, it is commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough and cold preparations.

Phenylpropanolamine: A sympathomimetic that acts mainly by causing release of NOREPINEPHRINE but also has direct agonist activity at some adrenergic receptors. It is most commonly used as a nasal vasoconstrictor and an appetite depressant.
amphetamines;
phenethylamine alkaloid
plant metabolite
dihydroergotaminedihydroergotamine : Ergotamine in which a single bond replaces the double bond between positions 9 and 10. A semisynthetic ergot alkaloid with weaker oxytocic and vasoconstrictor properties than ergotamine, it is used (as the methanesulfonic or tartaric acid salts) for the treatment of migraine and orthostatic hypotension.

Dihydroergotamine: A 9,10alpha-dihydro derivative of ERGOTAMINE. It is used as a vasoconstrictor, specifically for the therapy of MIGRAINE DISORDERS.
ergot alkaloid;
semisynthetic derivative
dopamine agonist;
non-narcotic analgesic;
serotonergic agonist;
sympatholytic agent;
vasoconstrictor agent
canadine, (s)-isomer(S)-canadine : The (S)-enantiomer of canadine.an (S)-7,8,13,14-tetrahydroprotoberberine;
canadine
plant metabolite
pizotylinepizotifen : A benzocycloheptathiophene that is 9,10-dihydro-4H-benzo[4,5]cyclohepta[1,2-b]thiophene 4-ylidene)-1-methylpiperidine which is joined from the 4 position to the 4 position of an N-methylpiperidine moiety by a double bond. It is a sedating antihistamine, with strong serotonin antagonist and weak antimuscarinic activity. It is generally used as the malate salt for the treatment of migraine and the prevention of headache attacks during cluster periods.

Pizotyline: Serotonin antagonist used against MIGRAINE DISORDERS and vascular headaches.
benzocycloheptathiophenehistamine antagonist;
muscarinic antagonist;
serotonergic antagonist
metergolinemetergoline : An ergoline alkaloid that is the N-benzyloxycarbonyl derivative of lysergamine. A 5-HT2 antagonist. Also 5-HT1 antagonist and 5-HT1D ligand. Has moderate affinity for 5-HT6 and high affinity for 5-HT7.

Metergoline: A dopamine agonist and serotonin antagonist. It has been used similarly to BROMOCRIPTINE as a dopamine agonist and also for MIGRAINE DISORDERS therapy.
carbamate ester;
ergoline alkaloid
dopamine agonist;
geroprotector;
serotonergic antagonist
indoraminIndoramin: An alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist that is commonly used as an antihypertensive agent.tryptamines
penfluridolPenfluridol: One of the long-acting ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENTS used for maintenance or long-term therapy of SCHIZOPHRENIA and other PSYCHOTIC DISORDERS.diarylmethane
butaclamolamino alcohol;
organic heteropentacyclic compound;
tertiary alcohol;
tertiary amino compound
dopaminergic antagonist
st 1059deglymidodrine : An aromatic ether that is 1,4-dimethoxybenzene which is substituted at position 2 by a 2-amino-1-hydroxyethyl group. The immediate and active metabolite of midrodine, it is a direct-acting sympathomimetic with selective alpha-adrenergic agonist activity. Midrodine is used (generally as its hydrochloride salt) as a prodrug for deglymidodrine, which acts as a peripheral vasoconstrictor in the treatment of certain hypotensive states.

ST 1059: metabolite of midodrine (ST-1085); RN given refers to parent cpd
aromatic ether;
primary amino compound;
secondary alcohol
alpha-adrenergic agonist;
sympathomimetic agent;
vasoconstrictor agent
idazoxanidazoxan : A benzodioxine that is 2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxine in which one of the hydrogens at position 2 has been replaced by a 4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-yl group.

Idazoxan: A benzodioxane-linked imidazole that has alpha-2 adrenoceptor antagonist activity.
benzodioxine;
imidazolines
alpha-adrenergic antagonist
ipsapironeN-arylpiperazine
sertindolesertindole : A phenylindole that is 1H-indole which is substituted on the nitrogen by a p-chlorophenyl group, at position 5 by chlorine, and at position 3 by a piperidin-4-yl group, which is itself substituted on the nitrogen by a 2-(2-oxoimidazolidin-1-yl)ethyl group.heteroarylpiperidine;
imidazolidinone;
organochlorine compound;
organofluorine compound;
phenylindole
alpha-adrenergic antagonist;
H1-receptor antagonist;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist
niguldipinediarylmethane
aripiprazolearipiprazole : An N-arylpiperazine that is piperazine substituted by a 4-[(2-oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinolin-7-yl)oxy]butyl group at position 1 and by a 2,3-dichlorophenyl group at position 4. It is an antipsychotic drug used for the treatment of Schizophrenia, and other mood disorders.

Aripiprazole: A piperazine and quinolone derivative that is used primarily as an antipsychotic agent. It is a partial agonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT1A and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTORS, where it also functions as a post-synaptic antagonist, and an antagonist of SEROTONIN RECEPTOR, 5-HT2A. It is used for the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA and BIPOLAR DISORDER, and as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of depression.
aromatic ether;
delta-lactam;
dichlorobenzene;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
quinolone
drug metabolite;
H1-receptor antagonist;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic agonist
ziprasidoneziprasidone : A piperazine compound having 1,2-benzothiazol-3-yl- and 2-(6-chloro-1,3-dihydro-2-oxindol-5-yl)ethyl substituents attached to the nitrogen atoms.

ziprasidone: a benzisothiazoylpiperazine derivative; has combined dopamine and serotonin receptor antagonist activity; structurally related to tiospirone
1,2-benzisothiazole;
indolones;
organochlorine compound;
piperazines
antipsychotic agent;
dopaminergic antagonist;
histamine antagonist;
muscarinic antagonist;
psychotropic drug;
serotonergic antagonist
propranolol hydrochlorideInderex: combination of above cpds; used in treatment of hypertensionhydrochloride
dopamine hydrochlorideP 498: structure in first source; do not confuse with dopamine chloride, also known as P 498catecholamine
labetalol hydrochloridesalicylamides
tetrahydropalmatinean (S)-7,8,13,14-tetrahydroprotoberberine;
berberine alkaloid;
organic heterotetracyclic compound
adrenergic agent;
dopaminergic antagonist;
non-narcotic analgesic
corynanthineCorynanthine: A stereoisomer of yohimbine.yohimban alkaloid
1,2,3,4,6,7,12,12b-octahydroindolo(2,3-a)quinolizine1,2,3,4,6,7,12,12b-octahydroindolo(2,3-a)quinolizine: structure given in first source
way 100635
gr 127935GR 127935 : A member of the class of benzamides obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of 2'-methyl-4'-(5-methyl-1,2,4-oxadiazol-3-yl)biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid and the anilino group of 4-methoxy-3-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)aniline. Potent and selective 5-HT1B/1D receptor antagonist (pKi values are 8.5 for both guinea pig 5-HT1D and rat 5-HT1B receptors). Displays > 100-fold selectivity over 5HT1A, 5-HT2A, 5-HT2C receptors and other receptor types. Centrally active following oral administration.

GR 127935: a 5-HT 1D receptor antagonist
1,2,4-oxadiazole;
benzamides;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine
ecopipamecopipam: structure given in first sourcebenzazepine
roemerineroemerine: from root tubers of Stephania kwangsiensis H.S. Lo; RN given refers to (R)-isomer; synonym aporeine refers to (S)-isomer; structure in Merck Index, 9th ed, #779isoquinoline alkaloid
pramipexolepramipexole : A member of the class of benzothiazoles that is 4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1,3-benzothiazole in which the hydrogens at the 2 and 6-pro-S-positions are substituted by amino and propylamino groups, respectively.

Pramipexole: A benzothiazole derivative and dopamine agonist with antioxidant properties that is used in the treatment of PARKINSON DISEASE and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME.
benzothiazoles;
diamine
antidyskinesia agent;
antiparkinson drug;
dopamine agonist;
radical scavenger
sk&f 104078benzazepine
n(6)-(3-iodobenzyl)-5'-n-methylcarboxamidoadenosine3-iodobenzyl-5'-N-methylcarboxamidoadenosine : A derivative of adenosine in which the 5'-hydroxymethyl group is replaced by N-ethylcarboxamido and one of the hydrogens of the exocyclic amino function is substituted by a 3-iodobenzyl group.

N(6)-(3-iodobenzyl)-5'-N-methylcarboxamidoadenosine: structure given in first source; a selective A(3) adenosine receptor agonist
adenosines;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
organoiodine compound
adenosine A3 receptor agonist
sk&f 86466benalfocin: RN & RR given from first source; RN not in Chemline 9/28/83; structure given in first sourcebenzazepine
sk&f 104856SK&F 104856: structure given in first source
5,6-dihydroxy-1-(2-imidazolinyl)tetralin2-(5,6-dihydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-naphthyl)imidazoline: structure given in first source; RN given refers to (R)-isomer; RN for compound without isomeric designation not available 8/88
sk&f 89748SK&F 89748: RN given refers to (+-)-isomer & is given in first source; RN not in Chemline 9/28/83; structure given in first source
tamsulosin5-(2-{[2-(2-ethoxyphenoxy)ethyl]amino}propyl)-2-methoxybenzenesulfonamidealpha-adrenergic antagonist;
antineoplastic agent
cyclazosincyclazosin : A monocarboxylic acid amide obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of furoic acid with the secondary amino group of 6,7-dimethoxy-2-[(4aR,8aS)-octahydroquinoxalin-1-yl]quinazolin-4-amine.

cyclazosin: an alpha(1D)-adrenoceptor antagonist; structure given in first source; RN given for (cis)-isomer
aromatic amide;
aromatic ether;
furans;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
quinazolines;
quinoxaline derivative
adenosine A2A receptor antagonist
sc 53116SC 53116: serotonin agonist; pyrrolizidine cpd but not alkaloid; structure given in first source
sk&f 89124SK&F 89124: structure given in first source
rec 15-2739Rec 15-2739: an alpha-1 antagonist selective for the lower urinary tract; structure given in first source
chloroethylnorapomorphinechloroethylnorapomorphine: irreversible dopamine receptor antagonist; RN given refers to (R)-isomer; structure given in first source
harmalanharmalan: structure given in first sourceharmala alkaloid
corydalminecorydalmine: antagonizes dopamine receptors; structure given in first source; RN given refers to (S)-isomer
asenapine(S,S)-asenapine : A 5-chloro-2-methyl-2,3,3a,12b-tetrahydrodibenzo[2,3:6,7]oxepino[4,5-c]pyrrole in which both of the stereocentres have S configuration.

asenapine : A racemate consisting of equal amounts of (R,R)- and (S,S)-asenapine. Used as its maleate salt for the acute treatment of schizophrenia and acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I disorder with or without psychotic features.
5-chloro-2-methyl-2,3,3a,12b-tetrahydrodibenzo[2,3:6,7]oxepino[4,5-c]pyrrole
abanoquil
3-fluoronorepinephrine3-fluoronorepinephrine: RN given refers to (+-)-isomer; RN for cpd without isomeric designation not in Chemline 8/83
1-(3-(4-chlorobenzoyl)propyl)-4-hydroxy-4-(4-chlorophenyl)piperidine1-(3-(4-chlorobenzoyl)propyl)-4-hydroxy-4-(4-chlorophenyl)piperidine: RN given refers to parent cpd
nantenine, (+-)-isomer
nanteninenantenine: from Nandina domestica Thundberg; RN given refers to (S)-isomer; structure given in first sourceoxoaporphine alkaloidmetabolite
latrepirdinelatrepirdine: structuremethylpyridines;
pyridoindole
geroprotector
eptapironeeptapirone: 5-HT(1A) receptor agonist; structure in first sourceN-arylpiperazine
bmy 7378
dabuzalgrondabuzalgron : A sulfonamide that is N-phenylmethanesulfonamide which carries a chloro group at position 2, 4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-ylmethoxy group at position 5, and a methyl group at position 6. Its is a selective alpha-adrenoceptor agonist that is used in the treatment of urinary incontinence.

dabuzalgron: an alpha(1A/1L)-adrenoceptor partial agonist; structure in first source
aromatic ether;
imidazoles;
monochlorobenzenes;
sulfonamide
alpha-adrenergic agonist
1-methyl-6-methoxy-dihydro-beta-carboline
tetrahydrocolumbamine(S)-tetrahydrocolumbamine : A berberine alkaloid consisting of columbamine having four extra hydrogens at positions 5, 8, 13 and 13a and (S)-configuration.

tetrahydrocolumbamine: a dopamine receptor ligand; from Polygala tenuifolia; structure given in first source
berberine alkaloid;
organic heterotetracyclic compound
adenosine-5'-(n-ethylcarboxamide)Adenosine-5'-(N-ethylcarboxamide): A stable adenosine A1 and A2 receptor agonist. Experimentally, it inhibits cAMP and cGMP phosphodiesterase activity.

N-ethyl-5'-carboxamidoadenosine : A derivative of adenosine in which the 5'-hydroxymethyl group is replaced by an N-ethylcarboxamido group.
adenosines;
monocarboxylic acid amide
adenosine A1 receptor agonist;
adenosine A2A receptor agonist;
antineoplastic agent;
EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor;
vasodilator agent
rauwolscineRauwolscine: A stereoisomer of yohimbine.methyl 17-hydroxy-20xi-yohimban-16-carboxylate
chlorprothixene(Z)-chlorprothixene : A chlorprothixene in which the double bond adopts a (Z)-configuration.

Chlorprothixene: A thioxanthine with effects similar to the phenothiazine antipsychotics.
chlorprothixene
mitragyninemonoterpenoid indole alkaloid
2-chloro-n(6)-(3-iodobenzyl)adenosine-5'-n-methyluronamide2-chloro-N(6)-(3-iodobenzyl)adenosine-5'-N-methyluronamide: structure given in first source
sch 23390SCH 23390 : A benzazepine that is 2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-3-benzazepine bearing a phenyl substituent at position 1, a methyl substituent at position 3, a chloro substituent at position 7 and a hydroxy substituent at position 8.

SCH 23390: a selective D1-receptor antagonist
benzazepine
bp 897BP 897: a dopamine D3 receptor agonist; structure in first sourcenaphthalenecarboxamide
rs 100329RS 100329: an alpha(1A)-adrenoceptor antagonist; structure in first sourcepiperazines
rs 17053indoles
3-[2-[4-(2-methoxyphenyl)-1-piperazinyl]ethyl]-1,5-dihydropyrimido[5,4-b]indole-2,4-dionepiperazines;
pyrimido-indole
a 61603A 61603: a potent alpha1-adrenergic receptor agonist; structure given in first sourcetetralins
le 300indoles
harmineharmine : A harmala alkaloid in which the harman skeleton is methoxy-substituted at C-7.

Harmine: Alkaloid isolated from seeds of PEGANUM HARMALA; ZYGOPHYLLACEAE. It is identical to banisterine, or telepathine, from Banisteria caapi and is one of the active ingredients of hallucinogenic drinks made in the western Amazon region from related plants. It has no therapeutic use, but (as banisterine) was hailed as a cure for postencephalitic PARKINSON DISEASE in the 1920's.
harmala alkaloidanti-HIV agent;
EC 1.4.3.4 (monoamine oxidase) inhibitor;
metabolite
l 7458703-((4-(4-chlorophenyl)piperazin-1-yl)methyl)-1H-pyrrolo(2,3-b)pyridine: selective for D(4) receptors; structure in first sourcepiperazines
cl 316243disodium (R,R)-5-(2-((2-(3-chlorophenyl)-2-hydroxyethyl)-amino)propyl)-1,3-benzodioxole-2,3-dicarboxylate: structure given in first source
silodosinsilodosin: an alpha(1a)-adrenoceptor-selective antagonist; structure given in first sourceindolecarboxamide
ag 556AG 556: structure given in first source
nylidrin hydrochloridealkylbenzene
phentolamine
ro 25-6981Ro 25-6981 : A member of the class of piperidines that is 4-benzylpiperidine substituted by a 3-hydroxy-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2-methylpropyl group at position 1 (the 1R,2S-stereoisomer). It is a potent antagonist of the GluN2B subunit of the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor.

Ro 25-6981: blocks NMDA receptors containg NR2B subunit; structure in first source
benzenes;
phenols;
piperidines;
secondary alcohol;
tertiary amino compound
anticonvulsant;
antidepressant;
neuroprotective agent;
NMDA receptor antagonist
sk&f-38393(R)-SKF 38393 : A 1-phenyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1H-3-benzazepine-7,8-diol that is the R-enantiomer of SKF 38393.1-phenyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1H-3-benzazepine-7,8-diol
stepholidinestepholidine: protoberberine alkaloid isolated from opium; dual D1 receptor agonist and D2 receptor antagonist
dexniguldipineniguldipine: structure given in first source; clinical modulator of multidrug resistancediarylmethane
vilazodonevilazodone : A 1-benzofuran that is 5-(piperazin-1-yl}-1-benzofuran-2-carboxamide having a (5-cyanoindol-3-yl)butyl group attached at position N-4 on the piperazine ring. Used for the treatment of major depressive disorder.1-benzofurans;
indoles;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
nitrile
antidepressant;
serotonergic agonist;
serotonin uptake inhibitor
n-demethylloperamidedesmethyl loperamide : A monocarboxylic acid amide that is the methylamide of 4-[4-(4-chlorophenyl)-4-hydroxypiperidin-1-yl]-2,2-diphenylbutanoic acid.

N-demethylloperamide: loperamide metabolite; structure in first source
monocarboxylic acid amide;
monochlorobenzenes;
piperidines;
tertiary alcohol
drug metabolite
abt 866ABT 866: an alpha1-adrenoceptor ligand; structure in first source
brl 37344BRL 37344: SB 206606 is the (R,R)-isomermonocarboxylic acid
ro 70-0004
10,10-bis((2-fluoro-4-pyridinyl)methyl)-9(10h)-anthracenoneDMP 543: neurotransmitter release enhancer; structure given in first sourceanthracenes
fauc 346FAUC 346: a D3 dopamine receptor antagonist; structure in first source
ngb 2904NGB 2904: a dopamine D3 receptor antagonist; structure in first sourcefluorenes
4-(3-(4-chlorophenyl)-3-hydroxypyrrolidin-1-yl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)butan-1-one4-(3-(4-chlorophenyl)-3-hydroxypyrrolidin-1-yl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)butan-1-one: structure in first source
pnu 96415epiperazines
n-(4-((4-(dimethylamino)quinazolin-2-yl)amino)cyclohexyl)-3,4-difluorobenzamide hydrochloride
4-n-butyl-1-(4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxo-1-butyl)-piperidine hydrogen chloride
vortioxetinevortioxetine : An N-arylpiperazine in which the aryl group is specified as 2-[(2,4-dimethylphenyl)sulfanyl]phenyl. Used (as its hydrobromide salt) for treatment of major depressive disorder.

Vortioxetine: A piperazine derivative that acts as a serotonin reuptake inhibitor, as a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist, and 5-HT1A receptor agonist. It is used for the treatment of anxiety and depression.
aryl sulfide;
N-arylpiperazine
antidepressant;
anxiolytic drug;
serotonergic agonist;
serotonergic antagonist
sb-656104-aSB-656104-A: structure in first source
tert-butyl peroxybenzoate
snap 6201
77-lh-28-177-LH-28-1: a CNS penetrant, selective M1 muscarinic receptor agonist, structure in first source
fauc 365FAUC 365: a dopamine D3 receptor antagonist; structure in first source
akuammicineakuammicine : A monoterpenoid indole alkaloid with formula C20H22N2O2, isolated from several plant species including Alstonia spatulata, Catharanthus roseus and Vinca major.

akuammicine: from Strychnos sp;; structure in first source
methyl ester;
monoterpenoid indole alkaloid;
organic heteropentacyclic compound;
tertiary amino compound
plant metabolite
fauc 113
meridianin ameridianin A: structure in first source
cariprazinecariprazine : An N-alkylpiperazine that is N,N-dimethyl-N'-{trans-4-[2-(piperazin-1-yl)ethyl]cyclohexyl}urea substituted at position 4 on the piperazine ring by a 2,3-dichlorophenyl group. Used (as the hydrochloride salt) for treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

cariprazine: Structure in first source
naluzotannaluzotan: an antidepressant and anti-anxiety agent; structure in first source
snap7941SNAP7941: structure in first source
le 404
a 803467A 803467: an Nav1.8 sodium channel blocker; structure in first source
sp 2033-fluoro-5-(2-(2-(fluoromethyl)thiazol-4-yl)ethynyl)benzonitrile: a radioligand for mGlu5 receptor; structure in first source
gsk 1004723GSK 1004723: structure in first source
cep 26401pyridazines;
ring assembly
nitd 609NITD 609: an antimalarial and coccidiostat; structure in first source
2-((r-5-chloro-4-methoxymethylindan-1-yl)-1h-imidazole)
n,n-diallyl-5-methoxytryptamineN,N-diallyl-5-methoxytryptamine: structure in first sourcetryptamines
bix 02565
clozapineclozapine : A benzodiazepine that is 5H-dibenzo[b,e][1,4]diazepine substituted by a chloro group at position 8 and a 4-methylpiperazin-1-yl group at position 11. It is a second generation antipsychotic used in the treatment of psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia.

Clozapine: A tricylic dibenzodiazepine, classified as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It binds several types of central nervous system receptors, and displays a unique pharmacological profile. Clozapine is a serotonin antagonist, with strong binding to 5-HT 2A/2C receptor subtype. It also displays strong affinity to several dopaminergic receptors, but shows only weak antagonism at the dopamine D2 receptor, a receptor commonly thought to modulate neuroleptic activity. Agranulocytosis is a major adverse effect associated with administration of this agent.
benzodiazepine;
N-arylpiperazine;
N-methylpiperazine;
organochlorine compound
adrenergic antagonist;
dopaminergic antagonist;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
GABA antagonist;
histamine antagonist;
muscarinic antagonist;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist;
xenobiotic
olanzapineolanzapine : A benzodiazepine that is 10H-thieno[2,3-b][1,5]benzodiazepine substituted by a methyl group at position 2 and a 4-methylpiperazin-1-yl group at position 4.

Olanzapine: A benzodiazepine derivative that binds SEROTONIN RECEPTORS; MUSCARINIC RECEPTORS; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTORS; ADRENERGIC ALPHA-1 RECEPTORS; and DOPAMINE RECEPTORS. It is an antipsychotic agent used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER; and MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER; it may also reduce nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing chemotherapy.
benzodiazepine;
N-arylpiperazine;
N-methylpiperazine
antiemetic;
dopaminergic antagonist;
histamine antagonist;
muscarinic antagonist;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist;
serotonin uptake inhibitor