[A synthetic derivative of morphine with analgesic activities. Levorphanol mimics the actions of morphine, however, it is about 8 times more potent than morphine. This agent binds to opioid mu receptors, thereby producing analgesia, euphoria, sedation, respiratory depression, miosis, bradycardia and physical dependence. ( NCI )]
UMLS (NCI) C0023586 - Organic Chemical
- Pharmacologic Substance
Relation/PAR: [CN101] OPIOID ANALGESICS
morphinan
Relation/CHD: dextromethorphan
2H-10,4a-Iminoethanophenanthren-6-ol, 1,3,4,9,10,10a-hexahydro-11-methyl-, Tartrate