Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- Name
- Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- Accession Number
- DBCAT000464
- Description
A beta-hydroxylated derivative of phenylalanine. The D-form of dihydroxyphenylalanine has less physiologic activity than the L-form and is commonly used experimentally to determine whether the pharmacological effects of LEVODOPA are stereospecific.
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Methyldopa A centrally-acting alpha-2 adrenergic agonist used to manage hypertension alone or in combination with hydrochlorothiazide, and to treat hypertensive crises. Levodopa A dopamine precursor used in the management of Parkinson's disease, often in combination with carbidopa, as well as other conditions associated with parkinsonism. Etilevodopa Investigated for use/treatment in parkinson's disease. Melevodopa A methyl ester of levodopa indicated in combination with carbidopa for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. - Drugs & Drug Targets