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

Alias3,4-Dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine

CAS:59-92-7

Molecular formulaC9H11NO4

Molecular weight197.19

DescriptionWhite 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.

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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.

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