CAS 59-92-7: DOPA
Description:DOPA, or 3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine, is an amino acid that serves as a precursor to several important neurotransmitters, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. It is characterized by its two hydroxyl (-OH) groups attached to the benzene ring, which contribute to its solubility in water and its reactivity in biochemical pathways. DOPA is commonly found in various biological systems and is particularly significant in the context of neurological function and the treatment of conditions such as Parkinson's disease, where it is used to replenish dopamine levels in the brain. The substance is typically administered in its L-form, which is biologically active. DOPA can also undergo oxidation, leading to the formation of melanin, a pigment found in skin and hair. Its CAS number, 59-92-7, identifies it uniquely in chemical databases, facilitating research and regulatory processes. Overall, DOPA plays a crucial role in both physiological functions and therapeutic applications.
Formula:C9H11NO4
InChI:InChI=1S/C9H11NO4/c10-6(9(13)14)3-5-1-2-7(11)8(12)4-5/h1-2,4,6,11-12H,3,10H2,(H,13,14)/t6-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=WTDRDQBEARUVNC-LURJTMIESA-N
SMILES:O=C(O)C(N)CC1=CC=C(O)C(O)=C1
- Synonyms:
- (-)-3,4-Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- (-)-Dopa
- (2S)-2-Amino-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid
- (S)-3,4-Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- 3,4-Dihydroxy-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-phenylalanine
- 3,4-Dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine
- 3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-alanine
- 3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl-L-alanine
- 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-alanine
- 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-L-alanine
- See more synonyms
- 3-Hydroxy-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-tyrosine
- 3-Hydroxy-L-tyrosine
- 3-Hydroxytyrosine
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-(-)-Dopa
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-3,4-Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)alanine
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-4,5-Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Tyrosine, 3-hydroxy-
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-β-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-α-alanine
- Alanine, 3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-
- Alanine, 3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-, L-
- Alphadopa
- Bendopa
- Brocadopa
- Cidandopa
- DA
- Deadopa
- Dihydroxy-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-phenylalanine
- Dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine
- Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- Dopa, L-
- Dopaflex
- Dopaidan
- Dopal
- Dopalina
- Dopar
- Doparkine
- Doparl
- Dopasol
- Dopaston
- Dopaston SE
- Dopastone
- Dopastral
- Dopicar
- Doprin
- Eldopal
- Eldopar
- Eldopatec
- Eurodopa
- H-Tyr(3-OH)-OH
- Helfo-dopa
- Inbrija
- Insulamina
- L-3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)alanine
- L-3-Hydroxytyrosine
- L-4,5-Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- L-DOPA 3,4-L-Dihydroxyphenylalanine
- L-Tyrosine, 3-hydroxy-
- L-β-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-α-alanine
- Laradopa
- Larodopa
- Ledopa
- Levodopa
- Levopa
- Maipedopa
- Parda
- Pardopa
- Syndopa
- Veldopa
- Weldopa
- β-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-alanine
- β-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-L-alanine
- β-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-alanine
- β-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-α-L-alanine
- β-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)alanine