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One of the catecholamine NEUROTRANSMITTERS in the brain. It is derived from TYROSINE and is the precursor to NOREPINEPHRINE and EPINEPHRINE. Dopamine is a major transmitter in the extrapyramidal system of the brain, and important in regulating movement. A family of receptors (RECEPTORS, DOPAMINE) mediate its action.

Also Known As:

Intropin; 3,4-Dihydroxyphenethylamine; 4-(2-Aminoethyl)-1,2-benzenediol; Dopamine Hydrochloride; 3,4 Dihydroxyphenethylamine; Hydrochloride, Dopamine; Hydroxytyramine; 1,2-Benzenediol, 4-(2-aminoethyl)-

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Cardiotonic Agents
Dopamine Agents
Sympathomimetics

Organic Chemicals: 140
- Amines: 4925
  - Catecholamines: 15823
    - Dopamine: 23398
  - Biogenic Amines: 1003
    - Biogenic Monoamines: 29
      - Dopamine: 23398
- Hydrocarbons: 1726
  - Cyclic Hydrocarbons: 96
    - Aromatic Hydrocarbons: 295
      - Benzene Derivatives: 17
        Phenols: 702
        Catechols: 122
        Catecholamines: 15823
        Dopamine: 23398

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