Piroheptine
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Piroheptine (brand name Trimol) is an
anticholinergic Anticholinergics (anticholinergic agents) are substances that block the action of the neurotransmitter called acetylcholine (ACh) at synapses in the central and peripheral nervous system. These agents inhibit the parasympathetic nervous sys ...
and
antihistamine Antihistamines are drugs which treat allergic rhinitis, common cold, influenza, and other allergies. Typically, people take antihistamines as an inexpensive, generic (not patented) drug that can be bought without a prescription and provid ...
used as an
antiparkinsonian In the management of Parkinson's disease, due to the chronic nature of Parkinson's disease (PD), a broad-based program is needed that includes patient and family education, support-group services, general wellness maintenance, exercise, and nutri ...
agent. Piroheptine was observed to prevent the reuptake of dopamine and is therefore a DRI. Piroheptine comes from a family of drugs that includes Pridefine & Etifelmine.


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Antihistamines Antiparkinsonian agents Dibenzocycloheptenes H1 receptor antagonists Muscarinic antagonists Pyrrolidines {{nervous-system-drug-stub