Ingredient

Milnacipran Hydrochloride

Milnacipran hydrochloride is a central nervous system medication used for the treatment of depression.

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MFDS ingredient code M251320

What does it do?

Milnacipran hydrochloride belongs to the class of antidepressants that inhibit the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine. It is primarily used for the treatment of depression and mood disorders, playing a role in regulating the balance of neurotransmitters.

Milnacipran hydrochloride blocks the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine, neurotransmitters that regulate mood and emotions in the brain, thereby increasing their concentrations. This facilitates nerve signal transmission and improves feelings of sadness.

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Good to know

Milnacipran hydrochloride is characterized by its simultaneous action on two neurotransmitters, serotonin and norepinephrine. This distinguishes it from other antidepressants that act selectively on serotonin alone.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

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.
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