Alaproclate

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IUPAC_name = " [1-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-methyl-propan-2-yl] 2-aminopropanoate"

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CAS_number = 60719-82-6
CAS_supplemental = 60719-83-7 (hydrochloride)
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PubChem = 2081
ChemSpiderID = 1997
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C=13 | H=18 | Cl=1 | N=1 | O=2
molecular_weight = 255.740 g/mol
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Alaproclate, is an old (pre-1990s) antidepressant that increases serotonin levels by inhibiting its reuptake into presynaptic neurons. Today, it is primarily used to suppress the cravings for cocaine and shows other possibilities.

External links

* http://www.newswise.com/articles/view/?id=PET.YPC