Domperidone is used as a Peripheral dopamine receptor antagonist that does not cross the blood-brain barrier. The antidopaminergic effects of Domperidone have been correlated to antiemetic and gastroprokinetic action.
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Applications
Domperidone is used as a Peripheral dopamine receptor antagonist that does not cross the blood-brain barrier. The antidopaminergic effects of Domperidone have been correlated to antiemetic and gastroprokinetic action.
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Keep container tightly closed.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Pierre M. Laduron.; Josee E. Leysen. Domperidone, a specific in vitro dopamine antagonist, devoid of in vivo central dopaminergic activity. Biochemical Pharmacology. 1979, 28, (14), 2161-2165.
- Jai D. Kohli.; Dana Glock.; Leon I. Goldberg. Selective DA2 versus DA1 antagonist activity of domperidone in the periphery. European Journal of Pharmacology. 1983, 89, (1-2), 137-141.