maleate

• Substantif désignant un sel ou un ester de l'acide maléique, souvent utilisé en pharmacie comme antidépresseur non tricyclique pour l'activation psychomotrice.

A noun referring to a salt or ester of maleic acid, often used in pharmaceutical contexts as a nontricyclic antidepressant drug for psychomotor activation.

1. Salt or ester of maleic acidC1formalscientific

   A chemical compound formed from maleic acid, commonly encountered as a salt or ester in organic chemistry and industrial applications.

   Maléate

   • Sodium maleate is often used as a buffering agent in biochemical research.
   • The ester maleate can be synthesized through a simple reaction with an alcohol.
   • Many maleate salts are soluble in water under standard conditions.

2. Antidepressant drugC1formalmedical

   A nontricyclic antidepressant agent that acts as a psychomotor activator, sometimes prescribed to treat depression.

   Maléate (antidépresseur)

   • The doctor prescribed maleate to help with the patient's lack of energy and motivation.
   • Maleate is considered a nontricyclic option for psychomotor activation in depressive disorders.
   • Clinical studies show that maleate can improve alertness in some patients.