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Caroverine
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Caroverine (Spasmium, Spadon, Tinnex) is a drug used as a spasmolytic and otoneuroprotective (inner ear protective) agent in some countries. It acts as an N-type calcium channel blocker, competitive AMPA receptor antagonist, and non-competitive NMDA receptor antagonist. It also has potent antioxidant effects.
Applications
Applications
Caroverine has been demonstrated to have a high rate of efficacy in the treatment of cochlear-synaptic tinnitus.
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