General descriptionDapoxetine ((+)-(S)-N,N-dimethyl-(α)-[2(1naphthal enyloxy)ethyl]-benzenemethanamine hydrochloride) possess a similar structure as that of fluoxetine.
Biochem/physiol ActionsPotent Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI); used in treatment of premature ejaculation
Potent and selective SSRI
Dapoxetine is capable of blocking recombinant Kv4.3 potassium voltage-gated channels. It is considered as safe.
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This compound was developed by
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