Amantadine antiviral drug
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Amantadine antiviral drug
Amantadine antiviral drug, molecular model. This drug, marketed as Symmetrel, is used to treat influenza A infection in adults. It interferes with an influenzavirus A ion channel protein, rendering the virus unable to shed its protein coat once inside a cell. As a result it cannot replicate its genetic material and infect further cells. Amantadine also appears to stimulate dopamine release in the brain, which means it can be used to reduce the symptoms of Parkinsons disease. Atoms in this model are represented by coloured spheres; carbon is green, hydrogen is white and nitrogen is blue
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This print showcases the molecular model of Amantadine, an antiviral drug used to combat influenza A infection in adults. Marketed as Symmetrel, this medication works by interfering with the ion channel protein of influenzavirus A. By doing so, it prevents the virus from shedding its protein coat once inside a cell, ultimately halting its ability to replicate genetic material and infect other cells. Beyond its antiviral properties, Amantadine also exhibits another remarkable effect - it stimulates dopamine release in the brain. This unique characteristic allows for its use in reducing symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease. The image itself is a stunning representation of this complex molecule. Each atom is depicted as a colored sphere; carbon spheres are green, hydrogen spheres are white, and nitrogen spheres are blue. The intricate arrangement highlights the precise structure and composition of this pharmaceutical compound. Science Photo Library has masterfully captured both the scientific significance and aesthetic beauty found within biochemistry and medicine through this detailed illustration. It serves as a reminder of how advancements in molecular models can aid researchers in developing innovative drugs that have transformative effects on human health.
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