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What is ropinirole hydrochloride?

Pronunciation: /ropinirole* hydrochloride*/

ropinirole hydrochloride

Definition

The hydrochloride salt form of ropinirole, a non-ergot dopamine agonist with antiparkinsonian property. Acting as a substitute for dopamine, ropinirole hydrochloride binds to and activates dopamine D2 and D3 receptors within the caudate putamen in the brain, thereby improving motor function.