Molindone
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Molindone, sold under the brand name Moban, is an antipsychotic which is used in the United States in the treatment of schizophrenia.[1][2] It works by blocking the effects of dopamine in the brain, leading to diminished symptoms of psychosis. It is rapidly absorbed when taken orally.
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Pronunciation | /moʊˈlɪndoʊn/ moh-LIN-dohn |
Trade names | Moban |
AHFS/Drugs.com | Consumer Drug Information |
MedlinePlus | a682238 |
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Routes of administration | By mouth (tablets) |
Drug class | Typical antipsychotic |
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Metabolism | Hepatic |
Elimination half-life | 1.5 hours |
Excretion | Minor, renal and fecal |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.254.109 |
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Formula | C16H24N2O2 |
Molar mass | 276.380 g·mol−1 |
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It is sometimes described as a typical antipsychotic,[3] and sometimes described as an atypical antipsychotic.[4]
Molindone was discontinued by its original supplier, Endo Pharmaceuticals, on January 13, 2010.[5]