P OCTOPAMINE
\pˈiː ˈɒktəpɐmˌiːn], \pˈiː ˈɒktəpɐmˌiːn], \p_ˈiː_ ˈɒ_k_t_ə_p_ɐ_m_ˌiː_n]\
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An alpha-adrenergic sympathomimetic amine, biosynthesized from tyramine in the CNS and platelets and also in invertebrate nervous systems. It is used to treat hypotension and as a cardiotonic. The natural D (-) form is more potent than the L (+) form in producing cardiovascular adrenergic responses. It is also a neurotransmitter in some invertebrates.
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Procollagen Proline Dioxygenase
- mixed-function oxygenase that catalyzes hydroxylation prolyl-glycyl-containing-peptide, usually in protocollagen, hydroxyprolylglycyl-peptide. The enzyme utilizes molecular oxygen with a concomitant oxidative decarboxylation of 2-oxoglutarate to succinate. EC 1.14.11.2.