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Antisedan (ATIPAMEZOLE)

FDA-approved active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026 Quality 10/100

Antisedan (generic name: ATIPAMEZOLE) is a drug. It is currently FDA-approved.

Atipamezole is a small molecule with the chemical name 4-(2-ETHYL-2-INDANYL)IMIDAZOLE. It has been studied in clinical trials for conditions such as emergence from anesthesia and has been used in a PET study to investigate its competition with striatal [11C]ORM-13070 binding by endogenous noradrenaline.

At a glance

Generic nameATIPAMEZOLE
TargetAlpha-1B adrenergic receptor, Alpha-2A adrenergic receptor, Alpha-2B adrenergic receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPain
PhaseFDA-approved

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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SourceUsed for
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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Frequently asked questions about Antisedan

What is Antisedan?

Antisedan (ATIPAMEZOLE) is a Small molecule drug.

What is the generic name of Antisedan?

ATIPAMEZOLE is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Antisedan.

What development phase is Antisedan in?

Antisedan is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Antisedan?

Common side effects of Antisedan include Vomiting, Excitement, Apprehensiveness, Hypersalivation, Diarrhea, Tremors.

What does Antisedan target?

Antisedan targets Alpha-1B adrenergic receptor, Alpha-2A adrenergic receptor, Alpha-2B adrenergic receptor.

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