Papaverine
- Generic Name
- Papaverine
- Brand Names
- -
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C20H21NO4
- CAS Number
- 58-74-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- DAA13NKG2Q
- Background
An alkaloid found in opium but not closely related to the other opium alkaloids in its structure or pharmacological actions. It is a direct-acting smooth muscle relaxant used in the treatment of impotence and as a vasodilator, especially for cerebral vasodilation. The mechanism of its pharmacological actions is not clear, but it apparently can inhibit phosph...
- Indication
For the treatment of impotence and vasospasms.
- Associated Conditions
- Vascular spasm, Visceral spasms
- Associated Therapies
- -
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