Apomorphine

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.

Also Known As:

Aguettant Brand of Apomorphine Hydrochloride; Apokinon; Apomorphin-Teclapharm; Apomorphine Chloride; Apomorphine Hydrochloride, Anhydrous; Apomorphine Hydrochloride, Hemihydrate; Britaject; Britannia Brand of Apomorphine Hydrochloride; Teclapharm Brand of Apomorphine Hydrochloride; Anhydrous Apomorphine Hydrochloride; Apomorphin Teclapharm; ApomorphinTeclapharm; Chloride, Apomorphine; Hemihydrate Apomorphine Hydrochloride; Hydrochloride, Anhydrous Apomorphine; Hydrochloride, Hemihydrate Apomorphine; 4H-Dibenzo(de,g)quinoline-10,11-diol, 5,6,6a,7-tetrahydro-6-methyl-, (R)-

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Antiparkinson Agents
Dopamine Agonists

Heterocyclic Compounds: 60
- Alkaloids: 1065
  - Benzylisoquinolines: 2
    - Aporphines: 8
      - Apomorphine: 1675
- 2-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - Isoquinolines: 16
    - Benzylisoquinolines: 2
      - Aporphines: 8
        Apomorphine: 1675
- Heterocyclic Compounds with 4 or More Rings
  - Aporphines: 8
    - Apomorphine: 1675

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