Isometheptene

Isometheptene
Clinical data
AHFS/Drugs.com International Drug Names
MedlinePlus a601064
Routes of
administration
Oral
ATC code A03AX10 (WHO)
Identifiers
CAS Number 503-01-5 YesY
PubChem (CID) 22297
DrugBank DB06706 YesY
ChemSpider 21106328 YesY
UNII Y7L24THH6T YesY
ECHA InfoCard 100.007.236
Chemical and physical data
Formula C9H19N
Molar mass 141.254 g/mol
3D model (Jmol) Interactive image
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Isometheptene (usually as isometheptene mucate) is a sympathomimetic amine sometimes used in the treatment of migraines and tension headaches due to its vasoconstricting properties; that is, it causes constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels (arteries and veins). Along with paracetamol, dichloralphenazone and dimethylamylamine, it is one of the constituents of Amidrine.

Chemistry

Isometheptene is a monounsaturated aliphatic secondary amine.

Mechanism of action

Isometheptene's vasoconstricting properties arise through activation of the sympathetic nervous system via epinephrine and norepinephrine. These compounds elicit smooth muscle activation leading to vasoconstriction by interacting with cell surface adrenergic receptors.[1]

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