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Ritanserin
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Definition
: A selective and potent serotonin-2 antagonist that is effective in the treatment of a variety of syndromes related to anxiety and depression. The drug also improves the subjective quality of sleep and decreases portal pressure.
Pharmacological Action
Anti-Anxiety Agents
;
Antidepressive Agents, Second-Generation
;
Antipsychotic Agents
;
Serotonin Antagonists
Other names
R55667; R 55667; Ritanserin Tartrate; Ritanserin Hydrochloride; R-
55667; 6-
(2-
(4-
(Bis(4-
fluorophenyl)methylene)-
1-
piperidin