Chemical Name:[2-[4-[(4-Chlorophenyl)phenylmethyl]-1-piperazinyl]etho
xy]acetic acid dihydrochloride
Biological Activity:
Histamine
H1 receptor antagonist that displays selectivity over other
receptors at concentrations up to 10 μM. A non-sedating antihistamine that
inhibits histamine release and eosinophil chemotaxis during secondary phase
allergic response. Inhibits activation of eosinophils, neutrophils and
monocytes in vivo.
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