Levodopa molecule
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Levodopa molecule
Levodopa molecule. Molecular model of Levodopa, or L-Dopa, a drug used in the management of Parkinsons disease. It works by increasing levels of dopamine in the brain. It is a prodrug, which means that it is administered in an inactive form, but once in the central nervous system (CNS), it is metabolised to dopamine. Dopamine is not administered directly because it is unable to cross the blood-brain barrier. The dopamine levels in people suffering from Parkinsons disease are known to be reduced and this is thought to be the cause of some of the symptoms of the disease. Atoms are colour-coded: hydrogen (white), oxygen (red), carbon (grey) and nitrogen (purple)
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Atom Atoms Ball And Stick Carbon Central Nervous System Composition Compound Compounds Dopamine Drug Hydrogen Medication Nitrogen Oxygen Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutics Precursor Structural Treatment Bio Chemistry Biochemical Brain Molecular Molecular Model
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This print showcases the intricate molecular structure of Levodopa, also known as L-Dopa, a vital drug in managing Parkinson's disease. The molecule is depicted using a ball and stick model, with atoms color-coded to aid visual comprehension. Hydrogen atoms are represented by white spheres, oxygen by red, carbon by grey, and nitrogen by purple. Levodopa acts as a prodrug when administered since it remains inactive until it reaches the central nervous system (CNS). Once there, it undergoes metabolism to convert into dopamine. This conversion is crucial because dopamine levels tend to be reduced in individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease. The symptoms associated with this condition are believed to arise due to this deficiency. The image highlights the significance of Levodopa as a precursor for dopamine synthesis within the brain. It serves as an essential component in pharmaceuticals designed to combat Parkinson's disease effectively. Through its artistic representation of scientific knowledge and biochemistry principles, this photograph not only provides insight into the structural composition of Levodopa but also emphasizes its role in medicine and biology. Its educational value extends beyond commercial use and offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate the complexity behind developing treatments for neurological disorders like Parkinson's disease.
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