Doxapram
ATC Code
R07AB01
Doxapram
Definition
A respiratory stimulant with analeptic activity. Doxapram, independent of oxygen levels, directly stimulates the peripheral carotid chemoreceptors, possibly by inhibiting the potassium channels of type I cells within the carotid body, thereby stimulating catecholamines release. This results in the prevention or reversal of both narcotic- and CNS depressant-induced respiratory depression.
Also known as DOXAPRAM — per NCIT
Also identified as
- ATC R07AB01 per RXNORM
- NCIT NCIT:C61736 per NCIT
- SCTID 28235004 per RXNORM
- SCTID 373339005 per RXNORM
- UNII 94F3830Q73 per RXNORM
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Respiratory failure | may prevent | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Substance-related disorder | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |