Uses
Levadex is an intermediate in the synthesis of 2’-Epidihydroergotamine (E584910), which is an ergot alkaloid that exhibits potential neuroprotective properties against degenerative diseases.
Definition
ChEBI: Ergotamine in which a single bond replaces the double bond between positions 9 and 10. A semisynthetic ergot alkaloid with weaker oxytocic and vasoconstrictor properties than ergotamine, it is used (as the methanesulfonic or tartaric acid salts) for the tr
atment of migraine and orthostatic hypotension.
brand name
D.H.E. 45 (Valeant); Migranal (Valeant)
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