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An amine derived by enzymatic decarboxylation of HISTIDINE. It is a powerful stimulant of gastric secretion, a constrictor of bronchial smooth muscle, a vasodilator, and also a centrally acting neurotransmitter.

Also Known As:

Histamine Dihydrochloride; Ceplene; Histamine Hydrochloride; Peremin; 1H-Imidazole-4-ethanamine

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Histamine Agonists

Organic Chemicals: 133
- Amines: 4871
  - Biogenic Amines: 992
    - Biogenic Monoamines: 29
      - Histamine: 13775
  - Ethylamines: 5
    - Histamine: 13775
Heterocyclic Compounds: 198
- 1-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - Azoles: 2138
    - Imidazoles: 150
      - Histamine: 13775
Biological Factors: 2472
- Inflammation Mediators: 1113
  - Autacoids: 276
    - Histamine: 13775

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