Talipexole

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
Clinical data
Trade namesDomin
Other namesAlefexole
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administration
Oral
ATC code
  • none
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  • In general: ℞ (Prescription only)
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Chemical and physical data
FormulaC10H15N3S
Molar mass209.31 g/mol g·mol−1
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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

  1. PharmaLetter 22 July 1996 First Launch In Japan For Talipexole
  2. EvaluatePharma Database. Page accessed 9 December 2014
  3. Benkert O, Müller-Siecheneder F, Wetzel H. "Dopamine agonists in schizophrenia: a review". European Neuropsychopharmacology. 5 Suppl: 43–53. PMID 8775758.
  4. Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare March 2008 Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Safety Information No. 245
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