DOXYLAMINE
\dɒksˈɪlɐmˌiːn], \dɒksˈɪlɐmˌiːn], \d_ɒ_k_s_ˈɪ_l_ɐ_m_ˌiː_n]\
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Histamine H1 antagonist with pronounced sedative properties. It is used in allergies and as an antitussive, antiemetic, and hypnotic. Doxylamine has also been administered in veterinary applications and was formerly used in parkinsonism.
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
- An enzyme that catalyzes the of groups from acetyl-CoA to arylamines. They have wide specificity for aromatic amines, particularly serotonin, and can also catalyze acetyl transfer between arylamines without CoA. EC 2.3.1.5.