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Fenetyllin (fenetylline)
Fenetyllin (generic name: fenetylline) is a fenetylline drug. It is currently in unknown development.
Fenetylline is thought to work by increasing the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain.
Fenetylline is a small molecule codrug that acts as a mutual prodrug of amphetamine and theophylline. It has been marketed under various brand names, including Captagon, Biocapton, and Fitton, primarily for use as a psychostimulant.
At a glance
| Generic name | fenetylline |
|---|---|
| Drug class | fenetylline |
| Therapeutic area | Neuroscience |
| Phase | unknown |
| Annual revenue | 172 |
Mechanism of action
Imagine your brain is a city with different neighborhoods, each with its own unique function. Neurotransmitters are like messengers that help different neighborhoods communicate with each other. Fenetylline may help increase the number of these messengers, allowing different neighborhoods to work together more effectively.
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| SEC EDGAR | Revenue + earnings |
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- Drug class: All fenetylline drugs
- Manufacturer: — full pipeline
- Therapeutic area: All drugs in Neuroscience
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