Debrisoquin [debrisochin]

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Debrisoquine
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Definition

An adrenergic neuron-blocking drug similar in effects to GUANETHIDINE. It is also noteworthy in being a substrate for a polymorphic cytochrome P-450 enzyme. Persons with certain isoforms of this enzyme are unable to properly metabolize this and many other clinically important drugs. They are commonly referred to as having a debrisoquin 4-hydroxylase polymorphism.

DUI
D003647 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0005709
CAS
2(1H)-Isoquinolinecarboximidamide, 3,4-dihydro-
Previous indexing
Antihypertensive Agents (1966-1972); Isoquinolines (1969-1972)
History note
91(73); was see under ISOQUINOLINES 1973-90
Public note
91; was see under ISOQUINOLINES 1973-90