Synonyms
(R,R)-asenapine
Asenapine free base
DTXSID8049048
Description
Asenapine is a second generation (atypical) antipsychotic agent that is taken sublingually and used in the treatment of schizophrenia and manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar 1 disorder. Asenapine is associated with a low rate of transient and mild serum aminotransferase elevations during therapy but has not been linked to instances of clinically apparent acute liver injury.
Molecular Formula
C17H16ClNO
Appearance
White to off-white powder