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methyldopate hydrochloride

methyldopate hydrochloride (METHYLDOPATE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a adrenergic receptor alpha-2 agonist. Associated with Regeneron Ireland Designated Activity Company (DAC). Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

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

methyldopate hydrochloride (METHYLDOPATE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a adrenergic receptor alpha-2 agonist. Associated with Regeneron Ireland Designated Activity Company (DAC). Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN methyldopate hydrochloride
Brand METHYLDOPATE HYDROCHLORIDE
Mechanism Adrenergic receptor alpha-2 agonist
Target Adrenergic receptor alpha-2
Route INJECTION
Formulation INJECTABLE

Mechanism of action

Adrenergic receptor alpha-2 agonist

Primary target: Adrenergic receptor alpha-2

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is methyldopate hydrochloride?

methyldopate hydrochloride (METHYLDOPATE HYDROCHLORIDE) is a adrenergic receptor alpha-2 agonist. Associated with Regeneron Ireland Designated Activity Company (DAC). Route of administration: injection. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for methyldopate hydrochloride?

METHYLDOPATE HYDROCHLORIDE is a marketed brand name for methyldopate hydrochloride. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of methyldopate hydrochloride?

methyldopate 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.