Talipexole

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Talipexole
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Clinical data
Trade namesDomin
SynonymsAlefexole
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administration
Oral
ATC code
  • none
Legal status
Legal status
  • In general: ℞ (Prescription only)
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Chemical and physical data
FormulaC10H15N3S
Molar mass209.31 g/mol
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Talipexole (B-HT920, Domnin) is a dopamine agonist that is marketed as a treatment for Parkinson's Disease in Japan by Boehringer Ingelheim; it was introduced in 1996.[1] As of December 2014 it was not approved for marketing in the US nor in Europe.[2]

Talipexole is a D2 dopamine receptor agonist and interacts both pre- and post-synaptic receptors. It also is an α2-adrenergic agonist.[3]

The main side effects are drowsiness, dizziness, hallucinations and minor gastrointestinal complaints.[3] In 2008 the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare mandated that Boehringer add a warning to the label concerning the risk of sudden onset of sleep.[4]:15

References[edit]

  1. ^ PharmaLetter 22 July 1996 First Launch In Japan For Talipexole
  2. ^ EvaluatePharma Database. Page accessed 9 December 2014
  3. ^ a b Benkert O, et al. Dopamine agonists in schizophrenia: a review. Eur Neuropsychopharmacol. 1995;5 Suppl:43-53. PMID 8775758
  4. ^ Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare March 2008 Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Safety Information No. 245