maprotiline

Meaning

A tetracyclic antidepressant with properties similar to those of tricyclic amitriptyline, usually administered orally as the hydrochloride; 3-(9,10-dihydro-9,10-ethanoanthracen-9-yl)propyl(methyl)amine, C₂₀H₂₃N.

Synonyms

methylphenobarbital

nimetazepam

nitrazepam

tetrazepam

trazodone

diproqualone

luxazone

Translations

Anxiolytikum

angstlösende Mittel

αγχολυτικό

anxiolyticum

ansiolítico

Pronounced as (IPA)

/məˈpɹəʊ.tɪl.iːn/

Etymology

Blend of mapro- (of unknown origin) + amitriptyline.