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Drug profile · INN

droperidol

droperidol (DROPERIDOL) is a d2-like dopamine receptor antagonist. Associated with Regeneron Ireland Designated Activity Company (DAC). Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
US status approved
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Drug details — droperidol
US status
approved
Class
Route
INJECTION
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Quick answer

droperidol (DROPERIDOL) is a d2-like dopamine receptor antagonist. Associated with Regeneron Ireland Designated Activity Company (DAC). Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN droperidol
Brand DROPERIDOL
Mechanism D2-like dopamine receptor antagonist
Target D2-like dopamine receptor
Route INJECTION
Formulation INJECTABLE

Mechanism of action

D2-like dopamine receptor antagonist

Primary target: D2-like dopamine receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is droperidol?

droperidol (DROPERIDOL) is a d2-like dopamine receptor antagonist. Associated with Regeneron Ireland Designated Activity Company (DAC). Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for droperidol?

DROPERIDOL is a marketed brand name for droperidol. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of droperidol?

droperidol has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.