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(R)-Lofexidine

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SYNONYMS

IUPAC name
2-[(1S)-1-(2,6-dichlorophenoxy)ethyl]-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole
IUPAC Traditional name
lofexidine hydrochloride
Synonyms
(-)-Lofexidine
Levlofexidine
2-[(1R)-1-(2,6-Dichlorophenoxy)ethyl]-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole

DATABASE IDS

CAS Number 81447-78-1

PROPERTIES

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Description (English)
The R-enantiomer of Lofexidine. α2-Adrenoceptor agonist related structurally to Clonidine. Used in treatment of opioid withdrawal symptoms; antihypertensive.

REFERENCES

  • Velly, J., et al.: J. Pharmacol., 8, 351 (1977)
  • Jarrot, B., et al.: Biochem. Pharmacol., 28, 141 (1977)
  • Birch, P., at al.: Brit. J. Pharmacol., 68, 107 (1977)