Levodopa(L-DOPA)
Features
Levodopa is a precursor substance for the synthesis of dopamine in the body, enters the neuron center through the blood-brain barrier and is converted into dopamine by the action of dopa-decarboxylase to exert pharmacological effects and change the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
Basic Information
Alias：3,4-Dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine
CAS：59-92-7
Molecular formula：C9H11NO4
Molecular weight：197.19
Description：White odorless crystalline powder. Easily soluble in hydrochloric acid and formic acid; slightly soluble in water (1.5 g/L); insoluble in ethanol, benzene, ethyl acetate, and chloroform.
Function
Application
Levodopa is a precursor substance for the synthesis of dopamine in the body, enters the neuron center through the blood-brain barrier and is converted into dopamine by the action of dopa-decarboxylase to exert pharmacological effects and change the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
