Ingredient

Deutetrabenazine

Dutetrabenazine is a central nervous system drug component used to treat Huntington's disease and extrapyramidal movement disorders.

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MFDS ingredient code M279512

What does it do?

Dutetrabenazine is a medication that acts on the nervous system, primarily used to treat abnormal movement disorders such as Huntington's disease. This component helps improve motor control by regulating neurotransmitters.

Dutetrabenazine reduces the excessive release of neurotransmitters such as dopamine in the brain, thereby decreasing abnormal motor signals. This alleviates symptoms such as tremors or involuntary movements.

Commonly used for

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike conventional tetrabenazine, dutetrabenazine has some hydrogen atoms replaced with deuterium, resulting in more stable and prolonged action in the body. This provides advantages such as reduced side effects and longer-lasting efficacy.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.