5-Methoxytryptamine
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5-Methoxytryptamine
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| Systematic (IUPAC) name | |
| 2-(5-Methoxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethanamine | |
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| ATC code | ? |
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| Formula | C11H14N2O |
| Mol. mass | 190.242 g/mol |
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| Bioavailability | ? |
| Metabolism | ? |
| Half life | ? |
| Excretion | ? |
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5-Methoxytryptamine, also known as mexamine or meksamin, is a methylated derivative of serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine). It is also the de-acetylated derivative of melatonin. 5-Methoxytryptamine is believed to be a potentiator of some hypnotics and sedatives.
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