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5,7-Dihydroxytryptamine

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Definition: Tryptamine substituted with two hydroxyl groups in positions 5 and 7. It is a neurotoxic serotonin analog that destroys serotonergic neurons preferentially and is used in neuropharmacology as a tool.     
Pharmacological Action Serotonin Agents 		Other names Sulfate, 5,7-Dihydroxytryptamine Creatine; Creatine Sulfate, 5,7-Dihydroxytryptamine; 5,7 Dihydroxytryptamine Creatine Sulfate; 5,7 Dihydroxytryptamine; 5,7-Dihydroxytryptamine Creatine Sulfate; 3-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-indole-5,7-diol
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
6,6'-bis(5-hydroxytryptamine-4,7-dione)  0   5,7-Dihydroxytryptamine/*analogs & derivatives Neurotoxins. J Med Chem 1993 Jan 22;36(2):229-36
5-hydroxytryptamine-4,7-dione  100513-78-8   *Indolequinones 5,7-Dihydroxytryptamine/*analogs & derivatives Neurotoxins. J Med Chem 1993 Jan 22;36(2):229-36

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