Description
Oseltamivir is an antiviral compound that is used clinically to treat influenza infection. Oseltamivir covalently inhibits viral neuraminidase. This compound may also inhibit monoamine oxidase A (MAO-A), increasing dopamine levels in the brain.
References
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