METYROSINE
\mˈɛtɪɹˌɒsa͡ɪn], \mˈɛtɪɹˌɒsaɪn], \m_ˈɛ_t_ɪ_ɹ_ˌɒ_s_aɪ_n]\
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An inhibitor of the enzyme TYROSINE 3-MONOOXYGENASE, and consequently of the synthesis of catecholamines. It is used to control the symptoms of excessive sympathetic stimulation in patients with PHEOCHROMOCYTOMA. (Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed)
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