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meperidine hydrochloride
MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE
meperidine hydrochloride (MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Drug details — meperidine hydrochloride
- US status
- approved
- Class
- —
- Route
- INJECTION
- Patents
- 0
- Programs
- 0
- Data quality
- 0.84
Quick answer
meperidine hydrochloride (MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.
Key facts
Mechanism of action
Mu opioid receptor agonist
Primary target: Mu-type opioid receptor
Approval history
| Authority | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FDA | approved | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What is meperidine hydrochloride?
meperidine hydrochloride (MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a mu opioid receptor agonist. Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.
What is the brand name for meperidine hydrochloride?
MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE is a marketed brand name for meperidine hydrochloride. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.
What is the US approval status of meperidine hydrochloride?
meperidine hydrochloride 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.