Mazaticol (Pentona) is an
anticholinergic
Anticholinergics (anticholinergic agents) are substances that block the action of the acetylcholine (ACh) neurotransmitter at synapses in the central nervous system, central and peripheral nervous system.
These agents inhibit the parasympatheti ...
used as an
antiparkinsonian
In the management of Parkinson's disease, due to the chronic nature of Parkinson's disease (PD), a broad-based program is needed that includes patient and family education, support-group services, general wellness maintenance, exercise, and nutr ...
agent in Japan.
The compound was known as PG-501 is first mentioned in Japanese studies in the early 1970s, noting "PG-501 was found to have pronounced anti-acetylcholine, anti-tremorine-induced tremor, anti-physostigmine-induced death, anti-haloperidol-induced parkinsonism and anti EEG arousal activities."
References
External links
Government registered description of mazaticol (Pentona) (Japanese)
Antiparkinsonian agents
Muscarinic antagonists
Thiophenes
Carboxylate esters
Tertiary alcohols
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