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negative regulation of heart contraction
Definition
Target type: biologicalprocess
Any process that stops, prevents, or reduces the frequency, rate or extent of heart contraction. [GOC:go_curators]
Negative regulation of heart contraction is a complex biological process that fine-tunes the force and rate of heart muscle contraction. It involves a coordinated interplay of various molecular mechanisms, including:
**1. Neural Regulation:**
* **Parasympathetic Nervous System:** The vagus nerve releases acetylcholine, which binds to muscarinic receptors on cardiomyocytes. This activates a signaling cascade that inhibits the influx of calcium ions into the heart muscle cells, reducing contractile force.
* **Sympathetic Nervous System:** While not directly involved in negative regulation, the sympathetic nervous system acts in opposition to the parasympathetic system by releasing norepinephrine. This increases calcium influx and promotes heart contraction. The balance between these two systems is critical for maintaining appropriate heart function.
**2. Hormonal Regulation:**
* **Hormones:** Several hormones play a role in modulating heart contractility. For instance:
* **Adrenaline (Epinephrine):** Increases heart rate and contractility, opposing negative regulation.
* **Angiotensin II:** Contributes to vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure, indirectly affecting heart contraction.
* **Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP):** Released from the heart atria, it promotes vasodilation and reduces blood pressure, potentially influencing heart contractility.
* **Intracellular Signaling Pathways:** Hormones and neurotransmitters activate signaling pathways within cardiomyocytes. These pathways involve second messengers like cAMP, which can influence the activity of calcium channels and regulate contractility.
**3. Intrinsic Mechanisms:**
* **Calcium Handling:** The precise control of calcium levels within cardiomyocytes is crucial for contraction. Mechanisms that reduce calcium influx, slow calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum, or accelerate calcium reuptake contribute to negative regulation.
* **Sarcomere Structure:** The sarcomere is the basic contractile unit of muscle. Alterations in the protein composition or organization within the sarcomere can impact contractility.
**4. Other Factors:**
* **Oxygen Levels:** Reduced oxygen availability can negatively impact heart contractility, leading to a decrease in force production.
* **Ion Concentrations:** Changes in the concentrations of ions such as potassium and sodium can affect membrane excitability and the function of ion channels, influencing heart contraction.
**Overall, the intricate interplay of these factors ensures that the heart can adapt to changing conditions and maintain appropriate contractile function. The negative regulation of heart contraction serves to prevent excessive workload on the heart and maintain homeostasis.**'
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Proteins (4)
| Protein | Definition | Taxonomy |
|---|---|---|
| cAMP-specific 3',5'-cyclic phosphodiesterase 4D | A 3,5-cyclic-AMP phosphodiesterase 4D that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q08499] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Sodium/potassium-transporting ATPase subunit alpha-2 | A sodium/potassium-transporting ATPase subunit alpha-2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P50993] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Sarcoplasmic/endoplasmic reticulum calcium ATPase 2 | A sarcoplasmic/endoplasmic reticulum calcium ATPase 2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P16615] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Sodium/potassium-transporting ATPase subunit alpha-1 | A sodium/potassium-transporting ATPase subunit alpha-1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P05023] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Compounds (111)
| Compound | Definition | Classes | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|
| theophylline | dimethylxanthine | adenosine receptor antagonist; anti-asthmatic drug; anti-inflammatory agent; bronchodilator agent; drug metabolite; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; fungal metabolite; human blood serum metabolite; immunomodulator; muscle relaxant; vasodilator agent | |
| 2,5-di-tert-butylhydroquinone | 2,5-di-tert-butylbenzene-1,4-diol : A member of the class of hydroquinones that is benzene-1,4-diol substituted by tert-butyl groups at position 2 and 5. | hydroquinones | |
| cilostamide | cilostamide: selective inhibitor of cyclic AMP phosphodiesterase & platelet aggregation; structure | quinolines | |
| 5,7-dimethoxycoumarin | 5,7-dimethoxycoumarin: has photobiological activity | coumarins | |
| clioquinol | 5-chloro-7-iodoquinolin-8-ol : A monohydroxyquinoline that is quinolin-8-ol in which the hydrogens at positions 5 and 7 are replaced by chlorine and iodine, respectively. It has antibacterial and atifungal properties, and is used in creams for the treatment of skin infections. It has also been investigated as a chelator of copper and zinc ions for the possible treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Clioquinol: A potentially neurotoxic 8-hydroxyquinoline derivative long used as a topical anti-infective, intestinal antiamebic, and vaginal trichomonacide. The oral preparation has been shown to cause subacute myelo-optic neuropathy and has been banned worldwide. | monohydroxyquinoline; organochlorine compound; organoiodine compound | antibacterial agent; antifungal agent; antimicrobial agent; antineoplastic agent; antiprotozoal drug; chelator; copper chelator |
| denbufylline | denbufylline: structure given in first source | oxopurine | |
| dipyridamole | dipyridamole : A pyrimidopyrimidine that is 2,2',2'',2'''-(pyrimido[5,4-d]pyrimidine-2,6-diyldinitrilo)tetraethanol substituted by piperidin-1-yl groups at positions 4 and 8 respectively. A vasodilator agent, it inhibits the formation of blood clots. Dipyridamole: A phosphodiesterase inhibitor that blocks uptake and metabolism of adenosine by erythrocytes and vascular endothelial cells. Dipyridamole also potentiates the antiaggregating action of prostacyclin. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p752) | piperidines; pyrimidopyrimidine; tertiary amino compound; tetrol | adenosine phosphodiesterase inhibitor; EC 3.5.4.4 (adenosine deaminase) inhibitor; platelet aggregation inhibitor; vasodilator agent |
| donepezil | 2-[(1-benzylpiperidin-4-yl)methyl]-5,6-dimethoxyindan-1-one : A member of the class of indanones that is 5,6-dimethoxyindan-1-one which is substituted at position 2 by an (N-benzylpiperidin-4-yl)methyl group. donepezil : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-donepezil. A centrally acting reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, its main therapeutic use is in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease where it is used to increase cortical acetylcholine. Donepezil: An indan and piperidine derivative that acts as a selective and reversible inhibitor of ACETYLCHOLINESTERASE. Donepezil is highly selective for the central nervous system and is used in the management of mild to moderate DEMENTIA in ALZHEIMER DISEASE. | aromatic ether; indanones; piperidines; racemate | EC 3.1.1.7 (acetylcholinesterase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.1.8 (cholinesterase) inhibitor; nootropic agent |
| 9-(2-hydroxy-3-nonyl)adenine | 9-(2-hydroxy-3-nonyl)adenine: specific inhibitor of adenosine deaminase | ||
| etazolate | etazolate : A pyrazolopyridine that is 1H-pyrazolo[3,4-b]pyridine which is substituted at positions 1, 4, and 5 by ethyl, 2-isopropylidenehydrazino, and ethoxycarbonyl groups, respectively. A phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor with antidepressant and anxiolytic properties. Etazolate: A potent phosphodiesterase inhibitor proposed as an antipsychotic agent. | ethyl ester; hydrazone; pyrazolopyridine | alpha-secretase activator; antidepressant; antipsychotic agent; anxiolytic drug; GABA agent; neuroprotective agent; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor |
| fluoxetine | fluoxetine : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-fluoxetine. A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), it is used (generally as the hydrochloride salt) for the treatment of depression (and the depressive phase of bipolar disorder), bullimia nervosa, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Fluoxetine: The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. N-methyl-3-phenyl-3-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]propan-1-amine : An aromatic ether consisting of 4-trifluoromethylphenol in which the hydrogen of the phenolic hydroxy group is replaced by a 3-(methylamino)-1-phenylpropyl group. | (trifluoromethyl)benzenes; aromatic ether; secondary amino compound | |
| ibudilast | pyrazolopyridine | ||
| amrinone | amrinone : A 3,4'-bipyridine substituted at positions 5 and 6 by an amino group and a keto function respectively. A pyridine phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor, it is a drug that may improve the prognosis in patients with congestive heart failure. Amrinone: A positive inotropic cardiotonic (CARDIOTONIC AGENTS) with vasodilator properties, phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitory activity, and the ability to stimulate calcium ion influx into the cardiac cell. | bipyridines | EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor |
| 1-methyl-3-isobutylxanthine | 1-Methyl-3-isobutylxanthine: A potent cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterase inhibitor; due to this action, the compound increases cyclic AMP and cyclic GMP in tissue and thereby activates CYCLIC NUCLEOTIDE-REGULATED PROTEIN KINASES 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine : An oxopurine that is xanthine which is substituted at positions 1 and 3 by methyl and isobutyl groups, respectively. | 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine | |
| lansoprazole | Lansoprazole: A 2,2,2-trifluoroethoxypyridyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. Lansoprazole is a racemic mixture of (R)- and (S)-isomers. | benzimidazoles; pyridines; sulfoxide | anti-ulcer drug; EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor |
| losartan | losartan : A biphenylyltetrazole where a 1,1'-biphenyl group is attached at the 5-position and has an additional trisubstituted imidazol-1-ylmethyl group at the 4'-position Losartan: An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. | biphenylyltetrazole; imidazoles | angiotensin receptor antagonist; anti-arrhythmia drug; antihypertensive agent; endothelin receptor antagonist |
| milrinone | bipyridines; nitrile; pyridone | cardiotonic drug; EC 3.1.4.17 (3',5'-cyclic-nucleotide phosphodiesterase) inhibitor; platelet aggregation inhibitor; vasodilator agent | |
| nimodipine | nimodipine : A dihydropyridine that is 1,4-dihydropyridine which is substituted by methyl groups at positions 2 and 6, a (2-methoxyethoxy)carbonyl group at position 3, a m-nitrophenyl group at position 4, and an isopropoxycarbonyl group at position 5. An L-type calcium channel blocker, it acts particularly on cerebral circulation, and is used both orally and intravenously for the prevention and treatment of subarachnoid hemorrhage from ruptured intracranial aneurysm. Nimodipine: A calcium channel blockader with preferential cerebrovascular activity. It has marked cerebrovascular dilating effects and lowers blood pressure. | 2-methoxyethyl ester; C-nitro compound; dicarboxylic acids and O-substituted derivatives; diester; dihydropyridine; isopropyl ester | antihypertensive agent; calcium channel blocker; cardiovascular drug; vasodilator agent |
| omeprazole | 5-methoxy-2-{[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl}-1H-benzimidazole : A member of the class of benzimidazoles that is 1H-benzimidazole which is substituted by a [4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl group at position 2 and a methoxy group at position 5. omeprazole : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-omeprazole. Omeprazole: A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. | aromatic ether; benzimidazoles; pyridines; sulfoxide | |
| pantoprazole | pantoprazole : A member of the class of benzimidazoles that is 1H-benzimidazole substituted by a difluoromethoxy group at position 5 and a [(3,4-dimethoxypyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl group at position 2. Pantoprazole: 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. | aromatic ether; benzimidazoles; organofluorine compound; pyridines; sulfoxide | anti-ulcer drug; EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor; environmental contaminant; xenobiotic |
| papaverine | papaverine : A benzylisoquinoline alkaloid that is isoquinoline substituted by methoxy groups at positions 6 and 7 and a 3,4-dimethoxybenzyl group at position 1. It has been isolated from Papaver somniferum. Papaverine: An alkaloid found in opium but not closely related to the other opium alkaloids in its structure or pharmacological actions. It is a direct-acting smooth muscle relaxant used in the treatment of impotence and as a vasodilator, especially for cerebral vasodilation. The mechanism of its pharmacological actions is not clear, but it apparently can inhibit phosphodiesterases and it may have direct actions on calcium channels. | benzylisoquinoline alkaloid; dimethoxybenzene; isoquinolines | antispasmodic drug; vasodilator agent |
| pentoxifylline | oxopurine | ||
| 4-(3-butoxy-4-methoxybenzyl)-2-imidazolidinone | 4-(3-Butoxy-4-methoxybenzyl)-2-imidazolidinone: Inhibitor of phosphodiesterases. | methoxybenzenes | |
| rolipram | pyrrolidin-2-ones | antidepressant; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor | |
| streptonigrin | pyridines; quinolone | antimicrobial agent; antineoplastic agent | |
| thalidomide | 2-(2,6-dioxopiperidin-3-yl)-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione : A dicarboximide that is isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione in which the hydrogen attached to the nitrogen is substituted by a 2,6-dioxopiperidin-3-yl group. thalidomide : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of R- and S-thalidomide. Thalidomide: A piperidinyl isoindole originally introduced as a non-barbiturate hypnotic, but withdrawn from the market due to teratogenic effects. It has been reintroduced and used for a number of immunological and inflammatory disorders. Thalidomide displays immunosuppressive and anti-angiogenic activity. It inhibits release of TUMOR NECROSIS FACTOR-ALPHA from monocytes, and modulates other cytokine action. | phthalimides; piperidones | |
| tofisopam | tofisopam: structure; dextofisopam is the R-enantiomer of tofisopam & antidiarrheal | organic molecular entity | |
| trequinsin | trequinsin: RN given refers to parent cpd; structure given in first source | pyridopyrimidine | |
| zardaverine | zardaverine : A pyridazinone derivative in which pyridazin-3(2H)-one is substituted at C-6 with a 4-(difluoromethoxy)-3-methoxyphenyl group. It is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, selective for PDE3 and 4. zardaverine: structure given in first source | organofluorine compound; pyridazinone | anti-asthmatic drug; bronchodilator agent; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; peripheral nervous system drug |
| digoxigenin | digoxigenin : A hydroxy steroid that consists of 5beta-cardanolide having a double bond at the 20(22)-position as well as hydroxy groups at the 3beta-, 12beta- and 14beta-positions. It has been isolated from the plant species of the genus Digitalis. Digoxigenin: 3 beta,12 beta,14-Trihydroxy-5 beta-card-20(22)-enolide. A cardenolide which is the aglycon of digoxin. Can be obtained by hydrolysis of digoxin or from Digitalis orientalis L. and Digitalis lanata Ehrh. | 12beta-hydroxy steroid; 14beta-hydroxy steroid; 3beta-hydroxy steroid; 3beta-sterol | hapten; plant metabolite |
| 9-benzyladenine | |||
| 8-bromo cyclic adenosine monophosphate | 8-Br-cAMP : A 3',5'-cyclic purine nucleotide that is 3',5'-cyclic AMP bearing an additional bromo substituent at position 8 on the adenine ring. An activator of cyclic AMP-dependent protein kinase, but resistant to degradation by cyclic AMP phosphodiesterase. 8-Bromo Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate: A long-acting derivative of cyclic AMP. It is an activator of cyclic AMP-dependent protein kinase, but resistant to degradation by cyclic AMP phosphodiesterase. | 3',5'-cyclic purine nucleotide; adenyl ribonucleotide; organobromine compound | antidepressant; protein kinase agonist |
| enoximone | Enoximone: A selective phosphodiesterase inhibitor with vasodilating and positive inotropic activity that does not cause changes in myocardial oxygen consumption. It is used in patients with CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE. | aromatic ketone | |
| imazodan | imazodan: RN & structure given in first source; | ||
| tolafentrine | tolafentrine: a mixed-type phosphodiesterase (PDE) III/IV inhibitor | ||
| nitraquazone | nitraquazone: structure given in first source | ||
| cipamfylline | cipamfylline: a PDE type-4 inhibitor | oxopurine | |
| ethyl 3-amino-1h-pyrazole-4-carboxylate | ethyl 3-amino-1H-pyrazole-4-carboxylate: structure in first source | ||
| 8-((4-chlorophenyl)thio)cyclic-3',5'-amp | 8-((4-chlorophenyl)thio)cyclic-3',5'-AMP: lowers cAMP in heart & fat cells; cAMP-dependent kinase inhibitor 8-(4-chlorophenylthio)-cAMP : A 3',5'-cyclic purine nucleotide that is 3',5'-cyclic AMP in which the hydrogen at position 2 on the purine fragment is replaced by a 4-chlorophenylthio group. | 3',5'-cyclic purine nucleotide; adenyl ribonucleotide; aryl sulfide; organochlorine compound | protein kinase agonist |
| digoxigenin-bis(digitoxoside) | cardenolide glycoside | ||
| 8-thio-benzyl cyclic amp | 8-thio-benzyl cyclic AMP: RN given refers to parent cpd | ||
| 8-chloro-cyclic adenosine monophosphate | |||
| paxilline | paxilline : An indole diterpene alkaloid with formula C27H33NO4 isolated from Penicillium paxilli. It is a potent inhibitor of large conductance Ca2(+)- and voltage-activated K(+) (BK)-type channels. paxilline: structure given in first source; RN given refers to (2R-(2alpha,4bbeta,6aalpha,12bbeta,12calpha,14abeta))-isomer | diterpene alkaloid; enone; organic heterohexacyclic compound; terpenoid indole alkaloid; tertiary alcohol | anticonvulsant; Aspergillus metabolite; EC 3.6.3.8 (Ca(2+)-transporting ATPase) inhibitor; genotoxin; geroprotector; mycotoxin; Penicillium metabolite; potassium channel blocker |
| tadalafil | benzodioxoles; pyrazinopyridoindole | EC 3.1.4.35 (3',5'-cyclic-GMP phosphodiesterase) inhibitor; vasodilator agent | |
| 4-phenylpyrrolidone-2 | |||
| cdp 840 | |||
| 7-benzylamino-6-chloro-2-piperazino-4-pyrrolidinopteridine | 7-benzylamino-6-chloro-2-piperazino-4-pyrrolidinopteridine: inibits growth of B16 melanoma & MCF-7 mammary carcinoma cells | ||
| 9-(2-hydroxy-3-nonyl)adenine | (2R,3S)-EHNA : EHNA of absolute configuration 2R,3S. Selective inhibitor of cGMP-stimulated phosphodiesterase (PDE2) (IC50 = 0.8 - 4 mM). Also a potent inhibitor of adenosine deaminase. | EHNA | EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; EC 3.5.4.4 (adenosine deaminase) inhibitor |
| 9-(2-hydroxy-3-nonyl)adenine | (2S,3R)-EHNA : EHNA of absolute configuration 2S,3R. | EHNA | |
| cilomilast | methoxybenzenes | ||
| rostafuroxin | rostafuroxin: structure in first source | ||
| rp 73401 | piclamilast : A monocarboxylic acid amide resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 3-(cyclopentyloxy)-4-methoxybenzoic acid with the primary amino group of 3,5-dichloropyridin-4-amine. piclamilast: an antiasthmatic agent and phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor; structure in first source | aromatic ether; benzamides; chloropyridine; monocarboxylic acid amide | anti-asthmatic drug; anti-inflammatory agent; bronchodilator agent; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor |
| moracin c | benzofurans | ||
| (+)-rolipram | (+)-rolipram : The (S)-enantiomer of rolipram. | rolipram | |
| n(6)-benzyl-cyclic adenosine 5'-monophosphate | |||
| moracin m | moracin M: has been isolated from Morus alba L.; structure in first source | benzofurans | |
| ouabain | cardiac glycoside : Steroid lactones containing sugar residues that act on the contractile force of the cardiac muscles. ouabain : A steroid hormone that is a multi-hydroxylated alpha-L-rhamnosyl cardenoloide. It binds to and inhibits the plasma membrane Na(+)/K(+)-ATPase (sodium pump). It has been isolated naturally from Strophanthus gratus. Ouabain: A cardioactive glycoside consisting of rhamnose and ouabagenin, obtained from the seeds of Strophanthus gratus and other plants of the Apocynaceae; used like DIGITALIS. It is commonly used in cell biological studies as an inhibitor of the NA(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE. | 11alpha-hydroxy steroid; 14beta-hydroxy steroid; 5beta-hydroxy steroid; alpha-L-rhamnoside; cardenolide glycoside; steroid hormone | anti-arrhythmia drug; cardiotonic drug; EC 2.3.3.1 [citrate (Si)-synthase] inhibitor; EC 3.1.3.41 (4-nitrophenylphosphatase) inhibitor; EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor; EC 3.6.3.9 (Na(+)/K(+)-transporting ATPase) inhibitor; ion transport inhibitor; plant metabolite |
| digitoxin | digitoxin : A cardenolide glycoside in which the 3beta-hydroxy group of digitoxigenin carries a 2,6-dideoxy-beta-D-ribo-hexopyranosyl-(1->4)-2,6-dideoxy-beta-D-ribo-hexopyranosyl-(1->4)-2,6-dideoxy-beta-D-ribo-hexopyranosyl trisaccharide chain. Digitoxin: A cardiac glycoside sometimes used in place of DIGOXIN. It has a longer half-life than digoxin; toxic effects, which are similar to those of digoxin, are longer lasting. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p665) | cardenolide glycoside | EC 3.6.3.9 (Na(+)/K(+)-transporting ATPase) inhibitor |
| cocaine | cocaine : A tropane alkaloid obtained from leaves of the South American shrub Erythroxylon coca. Cocaine: An alkaloid ester extracted from the leaves of plants including coca. It is a local anesthetic and vasoconstrictor and is clinically used for that purpose, particularly in the eye, ear, nose, and throat. It also has powerful central nervous system effects similar to the amphetamines and is a drug of abuse. Cocaine, like amphetamines, acts by multiple mechanisms on brain catecholaminergic neurons; the mechanism of its reinforcing effects is thought to involve inhibition of dopamine uptake. | benzoate ester; methyl ester; tertiary amino compound; tropane alkaloid | adrenergic uptake inhibitor; central nervous system stimulant; dopamine uptake inhibitor; environmental contaminant; local anaesthetic; mouse metabolite; plant metabolite; serotonin uptake inhibitor; sodium channel blocker; sympathomimetic agent; vasoconstrictor agent; xenobiotic |
| rolipram | (-)-rolipram : The (R)-enantiomer of rolipram. | rolipram | |
| mesopram | mesopram: a potent & selective type IV phosphodiesterase inhibitor | ||
| roflumilast | aromatic ether; benzamides; chloropyridine; cyclopropanes; organofluorine compound | anti-asthmatic drug; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor | |
| cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterases, type 4 | |||
| curcumin | curcumin : A beta-diketone that is methane in which two of the hydrogens are substituted by feruloyl groups. A natural dyestuff found in the root of Curcuma longa. Curcumin: A yellow-orange dye obtained from tumeric, the powdered root of CURCUMA longa. It is used in the preparation of curcuma paper and the detection of boron. Curcumin appears to possess a spectrum of pharmacological properties, due primarily to its inhibitory effects on metabolic enzymes. | aromatic ether; beta-diketone; diarylheptanoid; enone; polyphenol | anti-inflammatory agent; antifungal agent; antineoplastic agent; biological pigment; contraceptive drug; dye; EC 1.1.1.205 (IMP dehydrogenase) inhibitor; EC 1.1.1.21 (aldehyde reductase) inhibitor; EC 1.1.1.25 (shikimate dehydrogenase) inhibitor; EC 1.6.5.2 [NAD(P)H dehydrogenase (quinone)] inhibitor; EC 1.8.1.9 (thioredoxin reductase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.10.2 (non-specific protein-tyrosine kinase) inhibitor; EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor; flavouring agent; food colouring; geroprotector; hepatoprotective agent; immunomodulator; iron chelator; ligand; lipoxygenase inhibitor; metabolite; neuroprotective agent; nutraceutical; radical scavenger |
| eggmanone | eggmanone: a phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
| digoxin | digoxin : A cardenolide glycoside that is digitoxin beta-hydroxylated at C-12. A cardiac glycoside extracted from the foxglove plant, Digitalis lanata, it is used to control ventricular rate in atrial fibrillation and in the management of congestive heart failure with atrial fibrillation, but the margin between toxic and therapeutic doses is small. Digoxin: A cardiotonic glycoside obtained mainly from Digitalis lanata; it consists of three sugars and the aglycone DIGOXIGENIN. Digoxin has positive inotropic and negative chronotropic activity. It is used to control ventricular rate in ATRIAL FIBRILLATION and in the management of congestive heart failure with atrial fibrillation. Its use in congestive heart failure and sinus rhythm is less certain. The margin between toxic and therapeutic doses is small. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p666) | cardenolide glycoside; steroid saponin | anti-arrhythmia drug; cardiotonic drug; EC 3.6.3.9 (Na(+)/K(+)-transporting ATPase) inhibitor; epitope |
| 3-(n,n-dimethylsulfonamido)-4-methyl-nitrobenzene | BRL-50481 : A C-nitro compound that is benzene substituted by N,N-dimethylaminosulfonyl, methyl and nitro groups at positions 1, 2 and 5, respectively. It is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor selective for the PDE7 subtype (Ki = 180 nM). | C-nitro compound; sulfonamide; toluenes | bone density conservation agent; EC 3.1.4.53 (3',5'-cyclic-AMP phosphodiesterase) inhibitor; geroprotector |
| 4,5-dihydro-6-(4-(imidazol-1-yl)phenyl)-5-methyl-3(2h)-pyridazinone | 4,5-dihydro-6-(4-(imidazol-1-yl)phenyl)-5-methyl-3(2H)-pyridazinone: RN & structure given in first source | ||
| tetomilast | |||
| digitoxigenin | digitoxigenin : A 5beta-cardenolide that is 5beta-cardanolide with hydroxy substituents at the 3beta- and 14beta-positions and double bond unsaturation at C(20)-C(22). Digitoxigenin: 3 beta,14-Dihydroxy-5 beta-card-20(22)enolide. A cardenolide which is the aglycon of digitoxin. Synonyms: Cerberigenin; Echujetin; Evonogenin; Thevetigenin. | 14beta-hydroxy steroid; 3beta-hydroxy steroid | |
| mangostin | alpha-mangostin : A member of the class of xanthones that is 9H-xanthene substituted by hydroxy group at positions 1, 3 and 6, a methoxy group at position 7, an oxo group at position 9 and prenyl groups at positions 2 and 8. Isolated from the stems of Cratoxylum cochinchinense, it exhibits antioxidant, antimicrobial and antitumour activities. mangostin: xanthone from rind of Garcinia mangostana Linn. fruit | aromatic ether; phenols; xanthones | antimicrobial agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; plant metabolite |
| morusin | morusin : An extended flavonoid that is flavone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 5, 2' and 4', a prenyl group at position 3 and a 2,2-dimethyl pyran group across positions 7 and 8. morusin: from Morus root bark; structure given in first source | extended flavonoid; trihydroxyflavone | antineoplastic agent; plant metabolite |
| indolidan | indolidan: structure given in first source | ||
| cudraflavone c | cudraflavone C : A tetrahydroxyflavone that is flavone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 5, 7, 2' and 4' and prenyl groups at positions 3 and 6. Isolated from Morus nigra, it exhibits antibacterial and cytotoxic activities. cudraflavone C: a tyrosinase inhibitor with antimicrobial activity; isolated from Artocarpus integer; structure in first source | tetrahydroxyflavone | antibacterial agent; antineoplastic agent; plant metabolite |
| fosbretabulin | stilbenoid | ||
| 9-Hydroxycalabaxanthone | xanthones | ||
| sch 351591 | SCH 351591: a phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor; structure in first source SCH-351591 : An aromatic amide resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of 8-methoxy-2-(trifluoromethyl)quinoline-5-carboxylic acid with the primary amino group of 3,5-dichloropyridin-4-amine 1-oxide. It is a potent inhibitor of phosphodiesterase IV (PDE4). | ||
| rs 14203 | RS 14203: a type IV cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterase inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
| gsk 256066 | |||
| ci 1044 | CI 1044: inhibits PDE4; structure in first source | ||
| l-454,560 | L-454,560: Phosphodiesterase Inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
| t 1032 | T 1032: a cyclic GMP phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
| l-826,141 | L-826,141: structure in first source | ||
| 4-n-butyl-1-(4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxo-1-butyl)-piperidine hydrogen chloride | |||
| 8-(methylthio)cyclic 3',5'-adenosine monophosphate | 8-(methylthio)cyclic 3',5'-adenosine monophosphate: structure | ||
| licoflavone c | licoflavone C: Antimutagenic Agent; a naturally occurring prenyl-flavone extracted from Genista ephedroides; structure in first source | ||
| phakellistatin 2 | phakellistatin 2: isolated from the marine sponge Phakellia carteri; structure in first source | ||
| oglemilast | oglemilast: a PDE4 inhibitor and NSAID; no further info available 1/2006 | ||
| apremilast | aromatic ether; N-acetylarylamine; phthalimides; sulfone | non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor | |
| f-amidine | F-amidine: structure in first source | N-acylglycine | |
| digitoxigenin monodigitoxoside | digitoxigenin monodigitoxoside: RN given refers to (ribo-3beta,5beta)-isomer | ||
| evomonoside | evomonoside : A cardenolide glycoside consisting of digitoxigenin having an alpha-L-rhamnosyl moiety attached at the O(3)-position. evomonoside: a cytotoxic cardiac glycoside from Lepidium apetalum; RN refers to (3beta,5beta)-isomer | cardenolide glycoside | |
| 8-benzylthio-n(6)-n-butyladenosine cyclic-3,5'-monophosphate | 8-benzylthio-N(6)-n-butyladenosine cyclic-3,5'-monophosphate: may be useful as myocardial stimulant; structure given in first source | ||
| lyoniside | lyoniside: see also eleutherosides & syringin for eleutheroside B: 118-34-3; RN given refers to (3beta)-isomer | ||
| pf 04217903 | quinolines | ||
| 3-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-6-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-7H-[1,2,4]triazolo[3,4-b][1,3,4]thiadiazine | triazoles | ||
| halisulfate 1 | halisulfate 1: an isocitrate lyase inhibitor sesterterpene sulfate from sponge, Hippospongia sp.; structure in first source | organic molecular entity | metabolite |
| n-alpha-benzoyl-n5-(2-chloro-1-iminoethyl)-l-ornithine amide | benzenes | ||
| biselyngbyaside | biselyngbyaside: antineoplastic from the marine cyanobacterium Lyngbya sp.; structure in first source | ||
| nitd 609 | NITD 609: an antimalarial and coccidiostat; structure in first source | ||
| an2728 | crisaborole : A member of the class of benzoxaboroles that is 5-hydroxy-1,3-dihydro-2,1-benzoxaborole in which the phenolic hydrogen has been replaced by a 4-cyanophenyl group. A phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor that is used for treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis in children and adults. crisaborole: NSAID, Dermatologic Agent; structure in first source | aromatic ether; benzoxaborole; nitrile | antipsoriatic; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor |
| bms-911543 | N,N-dicyclopropyl-4-((1,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-3-yl)amino)-6-ethyl-1-methyl-1,6-dihydroimidazo(4,5-d)pyrrolo(2,3b)pyridine-7-carboxamide: has antineoplastic activity; structure in first source | ||
| d159687 | |||
| chf6001 | tanimilast: a phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
| sildenafil | sildenafil : A pyrazolo[4,3-d]pyrimidin-7-one having a methyl substituent at the 1-position, a propyl substituent at the 3-position and a 2-ethoxy-5-[(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)sulfonyl]phenyl group at the 5-position. | piperazines; pyrazolopyrimidine; sulfonamide | EC 3.1.4.35 (3',5'-cyclic-GMP phosphodiesterase) inhibitor; vasodilator agent |
| zaprinast | zaprinast: anaphylaxis inhibitor; structure | triazolopyrimidines | |
| vardenafil | vardenafil : The sulfonamide resulting from formal condensation of the sulfo group of 4-ethoxy-3-(5-methyl-7-propylimidazo[5,1-f][1,2,4]triazin-4(1H)-one-2-yl)benzenesulfonic acid and the secondary amino group of 4-ethylpiperazine. | imidazotriazine; N-alkylpiperazine; N-sulfonylpiperazine | EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; vasodilator agent |
| Imidazosagatriazinone | pyrazolopyrimidine | ||
| pelrinone | pelrinone: structure given in first source | ||
| lixazinone | lixazinone: structure given in first source | ||
| alpha-cyclopiazonic acid | alpha-cyclopiazonic acids |