Chemistry:Lecozotan

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Short description: Chemical compound
Lecozotan
Lecozotan structure.svg
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Chemical and physical data
FormulaC28H30ClN5O3
Molar mass520.03 g·mol−1
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Lecozotan is an investigational drug by Wyeth tested for improvement of cognitive functions of Alzheimer's disease patients.[1] (As of June 2008), the first Phase III clinical trial has been completed.[2]

Method of action

Lecozotan is a competitive, selective 5-HT1A receptor antagonist[3] which enhances the potassium-stimulated release of acetylcholine and glutamate.[4]

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