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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
'''Dimemorfan''' is an [[antitussive]] or [[cough suppressant]] which acts as a [[sigma receptor]] [[agonist]]. | '''Dimemorfan''' is an [[antitussive]] or [[cough suppressant]] which acts as a [[sigma receptor]] [[agonist]].It is an [[Functional analog|analogue]] of [[dextromethorphan]] and [[dextrorphan]], but lacks significant [[NMDA receptor antagonist]]ic action and [[dissociative]] effects, thereby having reduced [[abuse potential]] and [[adverse effect]]s in comparison. | ||
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[[Category:Morphinans]] | [[Category:Morphinans]] | ||
[[Category:Drug]] | [[Category:Drug]] | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Dimemorfan is an antitussive or cough suppressant which acts as a sigma receptor agonist.It is an analogue of dextromethorphan and dextrorphan, but lacks significant NMDA receptor antagonistic action and dissociative effects, thereby having reduced abuse potential and adverse effects in comparison.