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modulation of excitatory postsynaptic potential
Definition
Target type: biologicalprocess
Any process that modulates the frequency, rate or extent of excitatory postsynaptic potential (EPSP). EPSP is a process that leads to a temporary increase in postsynaptic potential due to the flow of positively charged ions into the postsynaptic cell. The flow of ions that causes an EPSP is an excitatory postsynaptic current (EPSC) and makes it easier for the neuron to fire an action potential. [GOC:dos]
Modulation of excitatory postsynaptic potential (EPSP) is a complex process that fine-tunes neuronal communication by altering the strength and duration of synaptic transmission. It involves various molecular mechanisms that act at the synapse, the specialized junction between neurons where signals are transmitted. Here's a detailed description of the process:
1. **Neurotransmitter Release:** The process begins with the arrival of an action potential at the presynaptic terminal. This triggers the opening of voltage-gated calcium channels, allowing calcium ions to flow into the presynaptic neuron. This influx of calcium initiates the fusion of synaptic vesicles containing neurotransmitters with the presynaptic membrane, releasing the neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft.
2. **Postsynaptic Receptor Binding:** Neurotransmitters released from the presynaptic neuron diffuse across the synaptic cleft and bind to specific receptors located on the postsynaptic membrane. In the case of excitatory synapses, these receptors are typically ionotropic glutamate receptors, such as AMPA and NMDA receptors.
3. **Postsynaptic Ion Flow:** Binding of glutamate to these receptors causes a conformational change, opening ion channels within the receptor complex. This allows for the influx of positively charged ions, such as sodium and calcium, into the postsynaptic neuron. This influx of positive ions depolarizes the postsynaptic membrane, causing an excitatory postsynaptic potential (EPSP).
4. **Modulation of EPSP Amplitude and Duration:** The amplitude and duration of the EPSP can be modulated by various factors, including:
- **Presynaptic Mechanisms:**
- **Neurotransmitter release probability:** The amount of neurotransmitter released can be influenced by factors like presynaptic calcium levels, the availability of synaptic vesicles, and the activity of presynaptic proteins that regulate exocytosis.
- **Synaptic vesicle recycling:** The efficiency of vesicle recycling and replenishment affects the availability of neurotransmitters for subsequent releases.
- **Postsynaptic Mechanisms:**
- **Receptor density and sensitivity:** The number and sensitivity of postsynaptic receptors influence the magnitude of the EPSP. An increased density or sensitivity of receptors leads to a larger EPSP.
- **Ion channel conductance:** The permeability of ion channels to specific ions can also affect the EPSP.
- **Postsynaptic signaling cascades:** Once glutamate binds to receptors, intracellular signaling pathways are activated, which can further modulate the EPSP by affecting receptor phosphorylation, trafficking, or the expression of genes involved in synaptic plasticity.
5. **Synaptic Plasticity:** The modulation of EPSPs plays a crucial role in synaptic plasticity, the ability of synapses to strengthen or weaken over time. This is a fundamental process underlying learning and memory. Long-term potentiation (LTP) involves a persistent strengthening of synapses, while long-term depression (LTD) involves a weakening of synapses.
6. **Key Molecules Involved in Modulation:** Numerous molecules are involved in modulating EPSPs, including:
- **Neurotransmitters:** Glutamate, acetylcholine, and dopamine are important excitatory neurotransmitters that contribute to EPSPs.
- **Receptors:** AMPA, NMDA, kainate receptors, and acetylcholine receptors are key players in mediating EPSPs.
- **Signaling molecules:** Second messengers like cAMP, calcium, and IP3 play roles in intracellular signaling pathways that modulate synaptic strength.
- **Enzymes:** Kinases and phosphatases regulate the phosphorylation state of proteins involved in synaptic transmission, affecting their activity and function.
7. **Significance of Modulation:** Modulation of EPSPs is critical for:
- **Neural network function:** It fine-tunes neuronal communication and ensures appropriate signal transmission.
- **Learning and memory:** Plasticity at synapses is essential for acquiring new information and forming memories.
- **Cognitive processes:** It underlies complex brain functions like attention, decision-making, and working memory.
In summary, modulation of EPSPs is a highly regulated and dynamic process that involves intricate interactions between presynaptic and postsynaptic mechanisms. It is essential for proper neuronal signaling and plays a central role in learning, memory, and cognitive function.'
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Proteins (3)
| Protein | Definition | Taxonomy |
|---|---|---|
| Glutamate receptor ionotropic, kainate 2 | A glutamate receptor ionotropic, kainate 2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q13002] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Neuronal acetylcholine receptor subunit alpha-7 | A neuronal acetylcholine receptor subunit alpha-7 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P36544] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Amyloid-beta precursor protein | An amyloid-beta precursor protein that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DAN] | Homo sapiens (human) |
Compounds (231)
| Compound | Definition | Classes | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|
| nornicotine | nornicotine: agricultural or horticultural insecticide; RN given refers to (+-)-isomer; structure | ||
| bupropion | bupropion : An aromatic ketone that is propiophenone carrying a tert-butylamino group at position 2 and a chloro substituent at position 3 on the phenyl ring. Bupropion: A propiophenone-derived antidepressant and antismoking agent that inhibits the uptake of DOPAMINE. | aromatic ketone; monochlorobenzenes; secondary amino compound | antidepressant; environmental contaminant; xenobiotic |
| [3-carboxy-2-(1-oxohexadecoxy)propyl]-trimethylammonium | acylcholine | ||
| inositol | 1D-chiro-inositol : Belonging to the inositol family of compounds, D-chiro-inositol (DCI) is an isomer of glucose. It is an important secondary messenger in insulin signal transduction. inositol : Any cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol. Inositol: An isomer of glucose that has traditionally been considered to be a B vitamin although it has an uncertain status as a vitamin and a deficiency syndrome has not been identified in man. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1379) Inositol phospholipids are important in signal transduction. muco-inositol : An inositol that is cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol having a (1R,2R,3r,4R,5S,6r)-configuration. | cyclitol; hexol | |
| niacin | Niacin: A water-soluble vitamin of the B complex occurring in various animal and plant tissues. It is required by the body for the formation of coenzymes NAD and NADP. It has PELLAGRA-curative, vasodilating, and antilipemic properties. nicotinic acid : A pyridinemonocarboxylic acid that is pyridine in which the hydrogen at position 3 is replaced by a carboxy group. vitamin B3 : Any member of a group of vitamers that belong to the chemical structural class called pyridines that exhibit biological activity against vitamin B3 deficiency. Vitamin B3 deficiency causes a condition known as pellagra whose symptoms include depression, dermatitis and diarrhea. The vitamers include nicotinic acid and nicotinamide (and their ionized and salt forms). | pyridine alkaloid; pyridinemonocarboxylic acid; vitamin B3 | antidote; antilipemic drug; EC 3.5.1.19 (nicotinamidase) inhibitor; Escherichia coli metabolite; human urinary metabolite; metabolite; mouse metabolite; plant metabolite; vasodilator agent |
| 3-(1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine | 3-(1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine : An N-alkylpyrrolidine that consists of N-methylpyrrolidine bearing a pyridin-3-yl substituent at position 2. | N-alkylpyrrolidine; pyridine alkaloid; pyrrolidine alkaloid | |
| epibatidine | alkaloid | ||
| alpha-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid | alpha-Amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic Acid: An IBOTENIC ACID homolog and glutamate agonist. The compound is the defining agonist for the AMPA subtype of glutamate receptors (RECEPTORS, AMPA). It has been used as a radionuclide imaging agent but is more commonly used as an experimental tool in cell biological studies. | non-proteinogenic alpha-amino acid | |
| dimethylphenylpiperazinium iodide | piperazines | ||
| 1,10-phenanthroline | 1,10-phenanthroline: RN given refers to parent cpd; inhibits Zn-dependent metalloproteinases | phenanthroline | EC 2.7.1.1 (hexokinase) inhibitor; EC 3.4.19.3 (pyroglutamyl-peptidase I) inhibitor |
| 1,3-dipropyl-8-(4-sulfophenyl)xanthine | 1,3-dipropyl-8-(4-sulfophenyl)xanthine: adenosine receptor antagonist | ||
| 3,4-dichloroisocoumarin | 3,4-dichloroisocoumarin : A member of the class of isocoumarins that is isocoumarin substituted by chloro groups at positions 3 and 4. It is a serine protease inhibitor. | isocoumarins; organochlorine compound | geroprotector; serine protease inhibitor |
| tramiprosate | 3-aminopropanesulfonic acid : An amino sulfonic acid that is the 3-amino derivative of propanesulfonic acid. tramiprosate: GABA receptor agonist and a glycosaminoglycan mimetic; has nootropic acitivity; structure; a sulfonate analog of GABA | amino sulfonic acid; zwitterion | algal metabolite; anti-inflammatory agent; anticonvulsant; GABA agonist; nootropic agent |
| cgp 52411 | 4,5-dianilinophthalimide : Phthalimide substituted at the 4- and 5-positions by anilino groups. 4,5-dianilinophthalimide: structure given in first source | phthalimides | geroprotector; tyrosine kinase inhibitor |
| p-chloromercuribenzoic acid | p-Chloromercuribenzoic Acid: An organic mercurial used as a sulfhydryl reagent. | chlorine molecular entity; mercuribenzoic acid | |
| 6-nitroso-1,2-benzopyrone | |||
| tacrine | tacrine : A member of the class of acridines that is 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridine substituted by an amino group at position 9. It is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Tacrine: A cholinesterase inhibitor that crosses the blood-brain barrier. Tacrine has been used to counter the effects of muscle relaxants, as a respiratory stimulant, and in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and other central nervous system disorders. | acridines; aromatic amine | EC 3.1.1.7 (acetylcholinesterase) inhibitor |
| amodiaquine | amodiaquine : A quinoline having a chloro group at the 7-position and an aryl amino group at the 4-position. Amodiaquine: A 4-aminoquinoline compound with anti-inflammatory properties. | aminoquinoline; organochlorine compound; phenols; secondary amino compound; tertiary amino compound | anticoronaviral agent; antimalarial; drug allergen; EC 2.1.1.8 (histamine N-methyltransferase) inhibitor; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; prodrug |
| anabasine | piperidine alkaloid; pyridine alkaloid | nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist; plant metabolite; teratogenic agent | |
| cantharidin | furofuran | ||
| carbamylcholine | |||
| carvedilol | carbazoles; secondary alcohol; secondary amino compound | alpha-adrenergic antagonist; antihypertensive agent; beta-adrenergic antagonist; cardiovascular drug; vasodilator agent | |
| chloroquine | chloroquine : An aminoquinoline that is quinoline which is substituted at position 4 by a [5-(diethylamino)pentan-2-yl]amino group at at position 7 by chlorine. It is used for the treatment of malaria, hepatic amoebiasis, lupus erythematosus, light-sensitive skin eruptions, and rheumatoid arthritis. Chloroquine: The prototypical antimalarial agent with a mechanism that is not well understood. It has also been used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and in the systemic therapy of amebic liver abscesses. | aminoquinoline; organochlorine compound; secondary amino compound; tertiary amino compound | anticoronaviral agent; antimalarial; antirheumatic drug; autophagy inhibitor; dermatologic drug |
| 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 |
| dephostatin | dephostatin: from Streptomyces sp. MJ742-NF5; structure given in first source | ||
| dequalinium | dequalinium : A quinolinium ion comprising decane in which one methyl hydrogen at each end of the molecule has been replaced by a 4-amino-2-methylquinolin-1-yl group. Dequalinium: A topical bacteriostat that is available as various salts. It is used in wound dressings and mouth infections and may also have antifungal action, but may cause skin ulceration. | quinolinium ion | antifungal agent; antineoplastic agent; antiseptic drug; mitochondrial NADH:ubiquinone reductase inhibitor |
| disulfiram | organic disulfide; organosulfur acaricide | angiogenesis inhibitor; antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; EC 1.2.1.3 [aldehyde dehydrogenase (NAD(+))] inhibitor; EC 3.1.1.1 (carboxylesterase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.1.8 (cholinesterase) inhibitor; EC 5.99.1.2 (DNA topoisomerase) inhibitor; ferroptosis inducer; fungicide; NF-kappaB inhibitor | |
| 2,3-dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone | 2,3-dimethoxynaphthalene-1,4-dione : A naphthoquinone that is 1,4-naphthoquinone bearing two methoxy substituents at positions 2 and 3. Redox-cycling agent that induces intracellular superoxide anion formation and, depending on the concentration, induces cell proliferation, apoptosis or necrosis. Used to study the role of ROS in cell toxicity, apoptosis, and necrosis. | 1,4-naphthoquinones | |
| 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 |
| ebastine | organic molecular entity | ||
| ebselen | ebselen : A benzoselenazole that is 1,2-benzoselenazol-3-one carrying an additional phenyl substituent at position 2. Acts as a mimic of glutathione peroxidase. | benzoselenazole | anti-inflammatory drug; antibacterial agent; anticoronaviral agent; antifungal agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; apoptosis inducer; EC 1.13.11.33 (arachidonate 15-lipoxygenase) inhibitor; EC 1.13.11.34 (arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase) inhibitor; EC 1.3.1.8 [acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (NADP(+))] inhibitor; EC 1.8.1.12 (trypanothione-disulfide reductase) inhibitor; EC 2.5.1.7 (UDP-N-acetylglucosamine 1-carboxyvinyltransferase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.10.1 (receptor protein-tyrosine kinase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.3.25 (inositol-phosphate phosphatase) inhibitor; EC 3.4.22.69 (SARS coronavirus main proteinase) inhibitor; EC 3.5.4.1 (cytosine deaminase) inhibitor; EC 5.1.3.2 (UDP-glucose 4-epimerase) inhibitor; enzyme mimic; ferroptosis inhibitor; genotoxin; hepatoprotective agent; neuroprotective agent; radical scavenger |
| fluorouracil | 5-fluorouracil : A nucleobase analogue that is uracil in which the hydrogen at position 5 is replaced by fluorine. It is an antineoplastic agent which acts as an antimetabolite - following conversion to the active deoxynucleotide, it inhibits DNA synthesis (by blocking the conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid by the cellular enzyme thymidylate synthetase) and so slows tumour growth. Fluorouracil: A pyrimidine analog that is an antineoplastic antimetabolite. It interferes with DNA synthesis by blocking the THYMIDYLATE SYNTHETASE conversion of deoxyuridylic acid to thymidylic acid. | nucleobase analogue; organofluorine compound | antimetabolite; antineoplastic agent; environmental contaminant; immunosuppressive agent; radiosensitizing agent; xenobiotic |
| flurbiprofen | flurbiprofen : A monocarboxylic acid that is a 2-fluoro-[1,1'-biphenyl-4-yl] moiety linked to C-2 of propionic acid. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic, it is used as a pre-operative anti-miotic as well as orally for arthritis or dental pain. Flurbiprofen: An anti-inflammatory analgesic and antipyretic of the phenylalkynoic acid series. It has been shown to reduce bone resorption in periodontal disease by inhibiting CARBONIC ANHYDRASE. | fluorobiphenyl; monocarboxylic acid | antipyretic; EC 1.14.99.1 (prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase) inhibitor; non-narcotic analgesic; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug |
| isoflurane | Isoflurane: A stable, non-explosive inhalation anesthetic, relatively free from significant side effects. | organofluorine compound | inhalation anaesthetic |
| 1-(2-naphthalenyl)-3-[(phenylmethyl)-propan-2-ylamino]-1-propanone | ZM39923: structure in first source | naphthalenes | |
| kynurenic acid | kynurenic acid : A quinolinemonocarboxylic acid that is quinoline-2-carboxylic acid substituted by a hydroxy group at C-4. Kynurenic Acid: A broad-spectrum excitatory amino acid antagonist used as a research tool. | monohydroxyquinoline; quinolinemonocarboxylic acid | G-protein-coupled receptor agonist; human metabolite; neuroprotective agent; nicotinic antagonist; NMDA receptor antagonist; Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite |
| 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 |
| beta-lapachone | beta-lapachone : A benzochromenone that is 3,4-dihydro-2H-benzo[h]chromene-5,6-dione substituted by geminal methyl groups at position 2. Isolated from Tabebuia avellanedae, it exhibits antineoplastic and anti-inflammatory activities. beta-lapachone: antineoplastic inhibitor of reverse transcriptase, DNA topoisomerase, and DNA polymerase | benzochromenone; orthoquinones | anti-inflammatory agent; antineoplastic agent; plant metabolite |
| edaravone | pyrazolone | antioxidant; radical scavenger | |
| mecamylamine | Mecamylamine: A nicotinic antagonist that is well absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and crosses the blood-brain barrier. Mecamylamine has been used as a ganglionic blocker in treating hypertension, but, like most ganglionic blockers, is more often used now as a research tool. | primary aliphatic amine | |
| n-methylcarbamylcholine | N-methylcarbamylcholine: structure given in first source | ||
| 3,7-bis(dimethylamino)phenothiazin-5-ium | 3,7-bis(dimethylamino)phenothiazin-5-ium : An organic cation that is phenothiazin-5-ium substituted by dimethylamino groups at positions 3 and 7. The chloride salt is the histological dye 'methylene blue'. | organic cation | |
| mitoxantrone | mitoxantrone : A dihydroxyanthraquinone that is 1,4-dihydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone which is substituted by 6-hydroxy-1,4-diazahexyl groups at positions 5 and 8. Mitoxantrone: An anthracenedione-derived antineoplastic agent. | dihydroxyanthraquinone | analgesic; antineoplastic agent |
| 1,3-dicyclohexylurea | 1,3-dicyclohexylurea: degradation product of 1-(2-chloroethyl)-3- cyclohexyl-1-nitrosourea; structure | ureas | |
| oxybutynin | oxybutynin : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)-oxybutynin and esoxybutynin. An antispasmodic used for the treatment of overactive bladder. oxybutynin: RN given refers to parent cpd | acetylenic compound; carboxylic ester; racemate; tertiary alcohol; tertiary amino compound | antispasmodic drug; calcium channel blocker; local anaesthetic; muscarinic antagonist; muscle relaxant; parasympatholytic |
| primaquine | primaquine : An N-substituted diamine that is pentane-1,4-diamine substituted by a 6-methoxyquinolin-8-yl group at the N(4) position. It is a drug used in the treatment of malaria and Pneumocystis pneumonia. Primaquine: An aminoquinoline that is given by mouth to produce a radical cure and prevent relapse of vivax and ovale malarias following treatment with a blood schizontocide. It has also been used to prevent transmission of falciparum malaria by those returning to areas where there is a potential for re-introduction of malaria. Adverse effects include anemias and GI disturbances. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopeia, 30th ed, p404) | aminoquinoline; aromatic ether; N-substituted diamine | antimalarial |
| sb 206553 | SB 206553: a high-affinity 5-HT(2C/2B) antagonist; structure given in first source | pyrroloindole | |
| ACar 18-0 | O-acylcarnitine | ||
| vorinostat | vorinostat : A dicarboxylic acid diamide comprising suberic (octanedioic) acid coupled to aniline and hydroxylamine. A histone deacetylase inhibitor, it is marketed under the name Zolinza for the treatment of cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL). Vorinostat: A hydroxamic acid and anilide derivative that acts as a HISTONE DEACETYLASE inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of CUTANEOUS T-CELL LYMPHOMA and SEZARY SYNDROME. | dicarboxylic acid diamide; hydroxamic acid | antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; EC 3.5.1.98 (histone deacetylase) inhibitor |
| tilorone | tilorone : A member of the class of fluoren-9-ones that is 9H-fluoren-9-one which is substituted by a 2-(diethylamino)ethoxy group at positions 2 and 7. It is an interferon inducer and a selective alpha7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (alpha7 nAChR) agonist. Its hydrochloride salt is used as an antiviral drug. Tilorone: An antiviral agent used as its hydrochloride. It is the first recognized synthetic, low-molecular-weight compound that is an orally active interferon inducer, and is also reported to have antineoplastic and anti-inflammatory actions. | aromatic ether; diether; fluoren-9-ones; tertiary amino compound | anti-inflammatory agent; antineoplastic agent; antiviral agent; interferon inducer; nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist |
| tyrphostin a9 | alkylbenzene | geroprotector | |
| edetic acid | Edetic Acid: A chelating agent that sequesters a variety of polyvalent cations such as CALCIUM. It is used in pharmaceutical manufacturing and as a food additive. | ethylenediamine derivative; polyamino carboxylic acid; tetracarboxylic acid | anticoagulant; antidote; chelator; copper chelator; geroprotector |
| methylene blue | methylene blue : An organic chloride salt having 3,7-bis(dimethylamino)phenothiazin-5-ium as the counterion. A commonly used dye that also exhibits antioxidant, antimalarial, antidepressant and cardioprotective properties. Methylene Blue: A compound consisting of dark green crystals or crystalline powder, having a bronze-like luster. Solutions in water or alcohol have a deep blue color. Methylene blue is used as a bacteriologic stain and as an indicator. It inhibits GUANYLATE CYCLASE, and has been used to treat cyanide poisoning and to lower levels of METHEMOGLOBIN. | organic chloride salt | acid-base indicator; antidepressant; antimalarial; antimicrobial agent; antioxidant; cardioprotective agent; EC 1.4.3.4 (monoamine oxidase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.1.8 (cholinesterase) inhibitor; EC 4.6.1.2 (guanylate cyclase) inhibitor; fluorochrome; histological dye; neuroprotective agent; physical tracer |
| tetramethylammonium | tetramethylammonium : The simplest quaternary ammonium cation, comprising a central nitrogen linked to four methyl groups. tetramethylammonium: RN given refers to parent cpd | quaternary ammonium ion | |
| quinic acid | (-)-quinic acid : The (-)-enantiomer of quinic acid. | ||
| dehydrothio-4-toluidine | dehydrothio-4-toluidine: structure in first source | ||
| benzil | benzil : An alpha-diketone that is ethane-1,2-dione substituted by phenyl groups at positions 1 and 2 respectively. benzil: structure | alpha-diketone; aromatic ketone | |
| boldine | aporphine alkaloid | ||
| cytisine | alkaloid; bridged compound; lactam; organic heterotricyclic compound; secondary amino compound | nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist; phytotoxin; plant metabolite | |
| kainic acid | Kainic Acid: (2S-(2 alpha,3 beta,4 beta))-2-Carboxy-4-(1-methylethenyl)-3-pyrrolidineacetic acid. Ascaricide obtained from the red alga Digenea simplex. It is a potent excitatory amino acid agonist at some types of excitatory amino acid receptors and has been used to discriminate among receptor types. Like many excitatory amino acid agonists it can cause neurotoxicity and has been used experimentally for that purpose. | dicarboxylic acid; L-proline derivative; non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid; pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid | antinematodal drug; excitatory amino acid agonist |
| congo red | Congo Red : An indicator dye that is blue-violet at pH 3.0 and red at pH 5.0. Congo Red: An acid dye used in testing for hydrochloric acid in gastric contents. It is also used histologically to test for AMYLOIDOSIS. | bis(azo) compound | |
| anatabine | anatabine: alkaloid found in tobacco; structure | bipyridines | |
| azure a | azure A : An organic chloride salt having 3-amino-7-(dimethylamino)phenothiazin-5-ium as the counterion. It is used in making azure eosin stains for blood smear staining. Azure A: RN given refers to chloride | ||
| laudanosine | laudanosine: opium alkaloid | isoquinolines | |
| orange g | orange G : An organic sodium salt that is the disodium salt of 7-hydroxy-8-[(E)-phenyldiazenyl]naphthalene-1,3-disulfonic acid. It is often combined with other yellow dyes in alcoholic solution to stain erythrocytes in trichrome methods, and is used for demonstrating cells in the pancreas and pituitary. | ||
| 5-hydroxyindole | hydroxyindoles | human metabolite | |
| thioflavin t | thioflavin T: RN given refers to chloride; structure thioflavine T : An organic chloride salt having 2-[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]-3,6-dimethyl-1,3-benzothiazol-3-ium as the counterion. It is widely used to visualise and quantify the presence of amyloids, both in vitro and in vivo. | organic chloride salt | fluorochrome; geroprotector; histological dye |
| thioflavin t | thioflavin T cation : A benzothiazolium ion obtained by methylation of the thiazole nitrogen of 2-[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]-6-methyl-1,3-benzothiazole; the cationic component of thioflavin T. | benzothiazolium ion | |
| dihydro-beta-erythroidine | dihydro-beta-erythroidine : An organic heterotetracyclic compound resulting from the partial hydrogenation of the 1,3-diene moiety of beta-erythroidine to give the corresponding 2-ene. Dihydro-beta-Erythroidine: Dihydro analog of beta-erythroidine, which is isolated from the seeds and other plant parts of Erythrina sp. Leguminosae. It is an alkaloid with curarimimetic properties. | delta-lactone; organic heterotetracyclic compound; tertiary amino compound | nicotinic antagonist |
| glutamic acid | glutamic acid : An alpha-amino acid that is glutaric acid bearing a single amino substituent at position 2. Glutamic Acid: A non-essential amino acid naturally occurring in the L-form. Glutamic acid is the most common excitatory neurotransmitter in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. | glutamic acid; glutamine family amino acid; L-alpha-amino acid; proteinogenic amino acid | Escherichia coli metabolite; ferroptosis inducer; micronutrient; mouse metabolite; neurotransmitter; nutraceutical |
| idarubicin | Idarubicin: An orally administered anthracycline antineoplastic. The compound has shown activity against BREAST NEOPLASMS; LYMPHOMA; and LEUKEMIA. | anthracycline antibiotic; deoxy hexoside; monosaccharide derivative | |
| acridine orange | acridine orange : Fluorescent dye useful for cell cycle determination. It is cell-permeable, and interacts with DNA and RNA by intercalation or electrostatic attractions respectively. acridine orange free base : A member of the class of aminoacridines that is acridine carrying two dimethylamino substituents at positions 3 and 6. The hydrochloride salt is the fluorescent dye 'acridine orange', used for cell cycle determination. Acridine Orange: A cationic cytochemical stain specific for cell nuclei, especially DNA. It is used as a supravital stain and in fluorescence cytochemistry. It may cause mutations in microorganisms. | aminoacridines; aromatic amine; tertiary amino compound | fluorochrome; histological dye |
| epigallocatechin gallate | (-)-epigallocatechin 3-gallate : A gallate ester obtained by the formal condensation of gallic acid with the (3R)-hydroxy group of (-)-epigallocatechin. epigallocatechin gallate: a steroid 5alpha-reductase inhibitor and antimutagen in green tea (Camellia sinensis) | flavans; gallate ester; polyphenol | antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; apoptosis inducer; geroprotector; Hsp90 inhibitor; neuroprotective agent; plant metabolite |
| azure b | azure B : An organic chloride salt having 3-(dimethylamino)-7-(methylamino)phenothiazin-5-ium as the counterion. It is used in making azure eosin stains for blood smear staining and is an active metabolite of methylene blue. Azure B: RN given refers to chloride | ||
| 3-octadecanamido-2-ethoxypropylphosphocholine | 3-octadecanamido-2-ethoxypropylphosphocholine: anti-HIV agent; RN & structure given in first source | ||
| polygodial | aldehyde | ||
| pinobanksin | pinobanksin : A trihydroxyflavanone in which the three hydroxy substituents are located at positions 3, 5 and 7. pinobanksin: a flavonoid from propolis; RN refers to (2R-trans)-isomer | secondary alpha-hydroxy ketone; trihydroxyflavanone | antimutagen; antioxidant; metabolite |
| nicotine | (S)-nicotine : A 3-(1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine in which the chiral centre has S-configuration. The naturally occurring and most active enantiomer of nicotine, isolated from Nicotiana tabacum. | 3-(1-methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine | anxiolytic drug; biomarker; immunomodulator; mitogen; neurotoxin; nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist; peripheral nervous system drug; phytogenic insecticide; plant metabolite; psychotropic drug; teratogenic agent; xenobiotic |
| sarsasapogenin | sapogenin | ||
| tarenflurbil | tarenflurbil: R-enantiomer of flurbiprofen but not a COX inhibitor; modulates NF-kB, gamma-secretase, amyloid beta-protein; | flurbiprofen | |
| sym 2081 | |||
| zpck | ZPCK: alkylates histidine residue at active center of bovine chymotrypsin | ||
| lobeline | (-)-lobeline : An optically active piperidine alkaloid having a 2-oxo-2-phenylethyl substituent at the 2-position and a 2-hydroxy-2-phenylethyl group at the 6-position. | aromatic ketone; piperidine alkaloid; tertiary amine | nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist |
| thiacloprid | (Z)-thiacloprid : The (Z)-stereoisomer of thiacloprid. thiacloprid : A nitrile that is cyanamide in which the hydrogens are replaced by a 1,3-thiazolidin-2-ylidene group which in turn is substituted by a (6-chloropyridin-3-yl)methyl group at the ring nitrogen. thiacloprid: structure in first source | monochloropyridine; nitrile; thiazolidines | environmental contaminant; neonicotinoid insectide; xenobiotic |
| 3-methyl-5-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)isoxazole | 3-methyl-5-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)isoxazole: structure in first source | ||
| aromadedrin | (+)-dihydrokaempferol : A tetrahydroxyflavanone having hydroxy groupa at the 3-, 4'-, 5- and 7-positions. aromadedrin: inhibits protein kinase C; the dihydro makes it a flavone rather than a flavonol | 4'-hydroxyflavanones; dihydroflavonols; secondary alpha-hydroxy ketone; tetrahydroxyflavanone | metabolite |
| demethoxyviridin | demethoxyviridin: blocks phospholipase C & D activation in human neutrophils; RN from Toxlit | ||
| ly 293558 | tezampanel: structure given in first source; an AMPA receptor antagonist | ||
| selenomethylselenocysteine | Se-methyl-L-selenocysteine : An L-alpha-amino acid compound having methylselanylmethyl as the side-chain. Se-methylselenocysteine : An alpha-amino acid compound having methylselanylmethyl as the side-chain. | amino acid zwitterion; L-selenocysteine derivative; non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid; Se-methylselenocysteine | antineoplastic agent |
| solifenacin | isoquinolines | ||
| alpha-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid | |||
| chrysamine g | chrysamine G: structure given in first source; RN refers to disodium salt | ||
| ampelopsin | (+)-dihydromyricetin : An optically active form of dihydromyricetin having (2R,3R)-configuration. ampelopsin: hepatoprotective agent; isolated from Hovenia dulcis; RN given for (2R-trans)-isomer; structure in first source | dihydromyricetin; secondary alpha-hydroxy ketone | antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; metabolite |
| erysodine | erysodine : An erythrina alkaloid with formula C18H21NO3 isolated from several erythrina plant species. It is a competitive antagonist of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors and exhibits antiparasitic and insecticidal activities. erysodine: structure given in first source | aromatic ether; diether; Erythrina alkaloid; organic heterotetracyclic compound; phenols | antiparasitic agent; nicotinic antagonist; phytogenic insecticide |
| varenicline | varenicline : An organic heterotetracyclic compound that acts as a partial agonist for nicotinic cholinergic receptors and is used (in the form of its tartate salt) as an aid to giving up smoking. Varenicline: A benzazepine derivative that functions as an ALPHA4-BETA2 NICOTINIC RECEPTOR partial agonist. It is used for SMOKING CESSATION. | ||
| abt 980 | |||
| pozanicline | |||
| latrepirdine | latrepirdine: structure | methylpyridines; pyridoindole | geroprotector |
| 2-(4-aminophenyl)benzothiazole | 2-(4-aminophenyl)benzothiazole: an agent with selective profile of in vitro anti-tumour activity; structure in first source | ||
| pnu 120596 | 1-(5-chloro-2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-3-(5-methylisoxazol-3-yl)urea: an alpha7nAChR agonist; structure in first source | ureas | |
| harmicine | harmicine: structure in first source | ||
| taxifolin | (+)-taxifolin : A taxifolin that has (2R,3R)-configuration. | taxifolin | metabolite |
| tosylphenylalanyl chloromethyl ketone | N-tosyl-L-phenylalanyl chloromethyl ketone : The N-tosyl derivative of L-phenylalanyl chloromethyl ketone. Tosylphenylalanyl Chloromethyl Ketone: An inhibitor of Serine Endopeptidases. Acts as alkylating agent and is known to interfere with the translation process. | alpha-chloroketone; sulfonamide | alkylating agent; serine proteinase inhibitor |
| bisabolol | Kamillosan: drug combination containing chamomile and bisabolol; used to treat dermatitis | sesquiterpenoid | |
| e-z cinnamic acid | cinnamic acid : A monocarboxylic acid that consists of acrylic acid bearing a phenyl substituent at the 3-position. It is found in Cinnamomum cassia. trans-cinnamic acid : The E (trans) isomer of cinnamic acid | cinnamic acid | plant metabolite |
| tretinoin | all-trans-retinoic acid : A retinoic acid in which all four exocyclic double bonds have E- (trans-) geometry. retinoic acid : A retinoid consisting of 3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoic acid substituted at position 9 by a 2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-1-en-1-yl group (geometry of the four exocyclic double bonds is not specified). Tretinoin: An important regulator of GENE EXPRESSION during growth and development, and in NEOPLASMS. Tretinoin, also known as retinoic acid and derived from maternal VITAMIN A, is essential for normal GROWTH; and EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT. An excess of tretinoin can be teratogenic. It is used in the treatment of PSORIASIS; ACNE VULGARIS; and several other SKIN DISEASES. It has also been approved for use in promyelocytic leukemia (LEUKEMIA, PROMYELOCYTIC, ACUTE). | retinoic acid; vitamin A | anti-inflammatory agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; AP-1 antagonist; human metabolite; keratolytic drug; retinoic acid receptor agonist; retinoid X receptor agonist; signalling molecule |
| resveratrol | trans-resveratrol : A resveratrol in which the double bond has E configuration. | resveratrol | antioxidant; phytoalexin; plant metabolite; quorum sensing inhibitor; radical scavenger |
| retinol | all-trans-retinol : A retinol in which all four exocyclic double bonds have E- (trans-) geometry. retinol : A retinoid consisting of 3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraen-1-ol substituted at position 9 by a 2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-1-en-1-yl group (geometry of the four exocyclic double bonds is not specified). vitamin A : Any member of a group of fat-soluble retinoids produced via metabolism of provitamin A carotenoids that exhibit biological activity against vitamin A deficiency. Vitamin A is involved in immune function, vision, reproduction, and cellular communication. Vitamin A: Retinol and derivatives of retinol that play an essential role in metabolic functioning of the retina, the growth of and differentiation of epithelial tissue, the growth of bone, reproduction, and the immune response. Dietary vitamin A is derived from a variety of CAROTENOIDS found in plants. It is enriched in the liver, egg yolks, and the fat component of dairy products. | retinol; vitamin A | human metabolite; mouse metabolite; plant metabolite |
| ferulic acid | ferulate : A monocarboxylic acid anion obtained by the deprotonation of the carboxy group of ferulic acid. | ferulic acids | anti-inflammatory agent; antioxidant; apoptosis inhibitor; cardioprotective agent; MALDI matrix material; plant metabolite |
| 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 |
| 5,11-diethyl-5,6,11,12-tetrahydrochrysene-2,8-diol | (R,R)-5,11-diethyl-5,6,11,12-tetrahydro-2,8-chrysenediol : A carbotetracyclic compound that is 5,6,11,12-tetrahydrochrysene substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 2 and 8 and by ethyl groups at positions 5 and 11 (the 5R,11R-stereoisomer). It is an agonist of ER-alpha and antagonist of ER-beta receptors. 5,11-diethyl-5,6,11,12-tetrahydrochrysene-2,8-diol: estrogen receptor ligand; structure in first source | carbotetracyclic compound; polyphenol | estrogen receptor agonist; estrogen receptor antagonist; geroprotector; neuroprotective agent |
| 6-bromoindirubin-3'-oxime | 6-bromoindirubin-3'-oxime : A member of the class of biindoles that is indirubin substituted at position 6 by a bromo group and in which the keto group at position 3' has undergone condensation with hydroxylamine to form the corresponding oxime. 6-bromoindirubin-3'-oxime: structure in first source | ||
| ketoconazole | (2R,4S)-ketoconazole : A cis-1-acetyl-4-(4-{[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy}phenyl)piperazine which dioxolane moiety has (2R,4S)-configuration. | cis-1-acetyl-4-(4-{[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]methoxy}phenyl)piperazine | |
| IPA-3 | IPA-3 : An organic disulfide obtained by oxidative dimerisation of 1-sulfanylnaphthalen-2-ol. | naphthols; organic disulfide | EC 2.7.11.1 (non-specific serine/threonine protein kinase) inhibitor |
| deformylflustrabromine | deformylflustrabromine: has antineoplastic activity; isolated from Flustra folicea; structure in first source | tryptamines | |
| 3-coumaric acid | 3-coumaric acid : A monohydroxycinnamic acid in which the hydroxy substituent is located at C-3 of the phenyl ring. 3-coumaric acid: RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation in Chemline trans-3-coumaric acid : A 3-coumaric acid that is phenol substituted with trans-2-propenoic acid at position C-3. | 3-coumaric acid | |
| tropacocaine | tropacocaine: RN given refers to (exo)-isomer; structure | ||
| teucrol | teucrol: from Teucrium pilosum; structure in first source | ||
| retinaldehyde | all-trans-retinal : A retinal in which all four exocyclic double bonds have E- (trans-) geometry. Retinaldehyde: A diterpene derived from the carotenoid VITAMIN A which functions as the active component of the visual cycle. It is the prosthetic group of RHODOPSIN (i.e., covalently bonded to ROD OPSIN as 11-cis-retinal). When stimulated by visible light, rhodopsin transforms this cis-isomer of retinal to the trans-isomer (11-trans-retinal). This transformation straightens-out the bend of the retinal molecule and causes a change in the shape of rhodopsin triggering the visual process. A series of energy-requiring enzyme-catalyzed reactions convert the 11-trans-retinal back to the cis-isomer. | retinal; vitamin A | gap junctional intercellular communication inhibitor; human metabolite; mouse metabolite |
| isoliquiritigenin | chalcones | antineoplastic agent; biological pigment; EC 1.14.18.1 (tyrosinase) inhibitor; GABA modulator; geroprotector; metabolite; NMDA receptor antagonist | |
| omapatrilat | omapatrilat: structure in first source | dipeptide | |
| tropisetron | tropisetron : An indolyl carboxylate ester obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of indole-3-carboxylic acid with the hydroxy group of tropine. Tropisetron: An indole derivative and 5-HT3 RECEPTOR antagonist that is used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting. | indolyl carboxylic acid | |
| ly382884 | benzoic acids | ||
| 3,4-methylenedioxy-beta-nitrostyrene | 3,4-methylenedioxy-beta-nitrostyrene: tyrosine kinase inhibitor that prevents platelet glycoprotein IIb/IIIa activation; structure in first source | ||
| caffeic acid | trans-caffeic acid : The trans-isomer of caffeic acid. | caffeic acid | geroprotector; mouse metabolite |
| methyl caffeate | methyl caffeate : An alkyl caffeate ester formed by the formal condensation of caffeic acid with methyl alcohol. methyl caffeate: from plant Gaillardia pulchella | alkyl caffeate ester; methyl ester | |
| phenylthiazolylthiourea | Phenylthiazolylthiourea: A dopamine-beta-hydroxylase inhibitor. | ||
| (2'-(4-aminophenyl)-(2,5'-bi-1h-benzimidazol)-5-amine) | benzimidazoles | ||
| epibatidine | |||
| 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 |
| chlorogenic acid | caffeoylquinic acid: Antiviral Agent; structure in first source chlorogenate : A monocarboxylic acid anion that is the conjugate base of chlorogenic acid; major species at pH 7.3. | cinnamate ester; tannin | food component; plant metabolite |
| 4-bromohomoibotenic acid, (rs)-isomer | |||
| stattic | 1-benzothiophenes; C-nitro compound; sulfone | antineoplastic agent; radiosensitizing agent; STAT3 inhibitor | |
| 1,4-bis[2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethylamino]anthracene-9,10-dione | anthraquinone | ||
| 2-(4'-(methylamino)phenyl)-6-hydroxybenzothiazole | 2-(4'-(methylamino)phenyl)-6-hydroxybenzothiazole: an amyloid imaging agent; structure in first source | ||
| LSM-1318 | oxa-steroid | ||
| anatoxin a | anatoxin I: found mainly in ANABAENA; was indexed to cyanobacterial toxin (MARINE TOXINS). isolated from many salt-tolerant freshwater cyanobacteria | ||
| abt 594 | |||
| 2,3-dioxo-6-nitro-7-sulfamoylbenzo(f)quinoxaline | 2,3-dioxo-6-nitro-7-sulfamoylbenzo(f)quinoxaline: structure given in first source; neuroprotectant for cerebral ischemia; AMPA receptor antagonist | naphthalenes; sulfonic acid derivative | |
| 5-(6-chloro-3-pyridinyl)-9-azabicyclo[4.2.1]non-4-ene | azepine | ||
| ginkgetin | ginkgetin : A biflavonoid that is the 7,4'-dimethyl ether derivative of amentoflavone. Isolated from Ginkgo biloba and Dioon, it exhibits anti-HSV-1, antineoplastic and inhibitory activities towards arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase and cyclooxygenase 2. ginkgetin: from Cephalotaxus drupacea; biflavone; active against HSV-1; structure given in first source | biflavonoid; hydroxyflavone; methoxyflavone; ring assembly | anti-HSV-1 agent; antineoplastic agent; cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitor; EC 1.13.11.34 (arachidonate 5-lipoxygenase) inhibitor; metabolite |
| quercetin | 7-hydroxyflavonol; pentahydroxyflavone | antibacterial agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; Aurora kinase inhibitor; chelator; EC 1.10.99.2 [ribosyldihydronicotinamide dehydrogenase (quinone)] inhibitor; geroprotector; phytoestrogen; plant metabolite; protein kinase inhibitor; radical scavenger | |
| apigenin | Chamomile: Common name for several daisy-like plants (MATRICARIA; TRIPLEUROSPERMUM; ANTHEMIS; CHAMAEMELUM) native to Europe and Western Asia, now naturalized in the United States and Australia. | trihydroxyflavone | antineoplastic agent; metabolite |
| luteolin | 3'-hydroxyflavonoid; tetrahydroxyflavone | angiogenesis inhibitor; anti-inflammatory agent; antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; c-Jun N-terminal kinase inhibitor; EC 2.3.1.85 (fatty acid synthase) inhibitor; immunomodulator; nephroprotective agent; plant metabolite; radical scavenger; vascular endothelial growth factor receptor antagonist | |
| gossypetin | gossypetin : A hexahydroxyflavone having the hydroxy groups placed at the 3-, 3'-, 4'-, 5- 7- and 8-positions. gossypetin: inhibits activity of penicillinase enzyme in E coli | 7-hydroxyflavonol; hexahydroxyflavone | plant metabolite |
| cyclosporine | |||
| kaempferol | 7-hydroxyflavonol; flavonols; tetrahydroxyflavone | antibacterial agent; geroprotector; human blood serum metabolite; human urinary metabolite; human xenobiotic metabolite; plant metabolite | |
| naringenin chalcone | 2',4,4',6'-tetrahydroxychalcone : A member of the class of chalcones that is trans-chalcone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 2' ,4, 4', and 6' respectively. naringenin chalcone: RN given refers to cpd with unspecified stereoisomer & from CA Vol 92 Form Index; RN for cpd not in Chemline 7/6/83; structure in first source | chalcones; polyphenol | anti-allergic agent; anti-inflammatory agent; metabolite |
| amentoflavone | biflavonoid; hydroxyflavone; ring assembly | angiogenesis inhibitor; antiviral agent; cathepsin B inhibitor; P450 inhibitor; plant metabolite | |
| datiscetin | datiscetin : A tetrahydroxyflavone that is 7-hydroxyflavonol bearing two additional hydroxy substituents at positions 2' and 5. | 7-hydroxyflavonol; tetrahydroxyflavone | |
| galangin | 5,7-dihydroxyflavonol: antimicrobial from the twigs of Populus nigra x Populus deltoides; structure in first source galangin : A 7-hydroxyflavonol with additional hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 5 respectively; a growth inhibitor of breast tumor cells. | 7-hydroxyflavonol; trihydroxyflavone | antimicrobial agent; EC 3.1.1.3 (triacylglycerol lipase) inhibitor; plant metabolite |
| hinokiflavone | hinokiflavone : A biflavonoid that is apigenin substituted by a 4-(5,7-dihydroxy-4-oxo-4H-chromen-2-yl)phenoxy group at position 6. A diflavonyl ether, it is isolated from Rhus succedanea and has been found to possess significant cytotoxic potential. hinokiflavone: from Rhus succedanea; structure given in first source | aromatic ether; biflavonoid; hydroxyflavone | antineoplastic agent; metabolite; neuroprotective agent |
| morin | morin : A pentahydroxyflavone that is 7-hydroxyflavonol bearing three additional hydroxy substituents at positions 2' 4' and 5. morin: a light yellowish pigment found in the wood of old fustic (Chlorophora tinctoria) | 7-hydroxyflavonol; pentahydroxyflavone | angiogenesis modulating agent; anti-inflammatory agent; antibacterial agent; antihypertensive agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; EC 5.99.1.2 (DNA topoisomerase) inhibitor; hepatoprotective agent; metabolite; neuroprotective agent |
| myricetin | 7-hydroxyflavonol; hexahydroxyflavone | antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor; food component; geroprotector; hypoglycemic agent; plant metabolite | |
| sciadopitysin | sciadopitysin : A biflavonoid that is a 7, 4', 4'''-trimethyl ether derivative of amentoflavone. sciadopitysin: biflavonoid from Taxus celebica & Ginkgo biloba | biflavonoid; hydroxyflavone; methoxyflavone; ring assembly | bone density conservation agent; platelet aggregation inhibitor |
| 3,4-di-o-caffeoylquinic acid | 3,4-di-O-caffeoylquinic acid: isolated from Siphonostegia chinensis | quinic acid | |
| caffeic acid phenethyl ester | phenethyl caffeate : An alkyl caffeate ester in which 2-phenylethyl is the alkyl component. | alkyl caffeate ester | anti-inflammatory agent; antibacterial agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; antiviral agent; immunomodulator; metabolite; neuroprotective agent |
| rosmarinic acid | (R)-rosmarinic acid : A stereoisomer of rosmarinic acid having (R)-configuration. rosmarinic acid : The 1-carboxy-2-(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethyl ester of trans-caffeic acid. rosmarinic acid: RN given refers to parent cpd; promote OT project | rosmarinic acid | geroprotector; plant metabolite |
| ellagic acid | catechols; cyclic ketone; lactone; organic heterotetracyclic compound; polyphenol | antioxidant; EC 1.14.18.1 (tyrosinase) inhibitor; EC 2.3.1.5 (arylamine N-acetyltransferase) inhibitor; EC 2.4.1.1 (glycogen phosphorylase) inhibitor; EC 2.5.1.18 (glutathione transferase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.1.127 (inositol-trisphosphate 3-kinase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.1.151 (inositol-polyphosphate multikinase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.4.6 (nucleoside-diphosphate kinase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.7.7 (DNA-directed DNA polymerase) inhibitor; EC 5.99.1.2 (DNA topoisomerase) inhibitor; EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor; food additive; fungal metabolite; geroprotector; plant metabolite; skin lightening agent | |
| n-oleoyldopamine | N-oleoyldopamine : A fatty amide resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of oleic acid with the amino group of dopamine. Synthesised in catecholaminergic neurons, it crosses the blood-brain barrier and might be considered as a carrier of dopamine into the brain. It is a transient receptor potential vanilloid type 1 (TRPV1) receptor agonist. N-oleoyldopamine: putative capsaicin receptor ligand; produces hyperalgesia; isolated from the brain | catechols; fatty amide; N-(fatty acyl)-dopamine; secondary carboxamide | TRPV1 agonist |
| as 604850 | |||
| trans-metanicotine | metanicotine: RN given refers to parent cpd with unspecified isomeric designation | ||
| a 85380 | A 85380: structure given in first source; A-85380 is the S-enantiomer; A-159470 is the R-enantiomer | ||
| ar-r 17779 | AR-R 17779: structure in first source | ||
| 3-(2,4-dimethoxybenzylidene)anabaseine | 3-(2,4-dimethoxybenzylidene)anabaseine: an alpha7nAChR nicotinic receptor agonist | dimethoxybenzene | |
| bilobetin | bilobetin: a phospholipase A2 antagonist | flavonoid oligomer | |
| isocryptomerin | isocryptomerin: an antifungal agent isolated from Selaginella tamariscina; structure in first source | ||
| isoginkgetin | isoginkgetin : A biflavonoid resulting from the formal oxidative dimerisation between position 8 of one molecule of 5,7-dihydroxy-4'-methoxyflavone and the 3' position of another. Found in the leaves of Ginkgo biloba, it is a potent inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase 9 (MMP-9). isoginkgetin: Isolated from Ginkgo biloba; structure in first source | aromatic ether; biflavonoid | antineoplastic agent; EC 3.4.24.35 (gelatinase B) inhibitor; plant metabolite |
| podocarpusflavone a | podocarpusflavone A: isolated from Podocarpus imbricatus | flavonoid oligomer | |
| bay 11-7082 | (E)-3-tosylacrylonitrile : A nitrile that is acrylonitrile in which the hydrogen located beta,trans to the cyano group is replaced by a tosyl group. It is an inhibitor of cytokine-induced IkappaB-alpha phosphorylation in cells. | nitrile; sulfone | apoptosis inducer; EC 2.7.11.10 (IkappaB kinase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.3.48 (protein-tyrosine-phosphatase) inhibitor; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; platelet aggregation inhibitor |
| bay 11-7085 | BAY11-7085 : A sulfone that is benzene substituted by [(E)-2-cyanoethenyl]sulfonyl and tert-butyl groups at position 1 and 4, respectively. It is an irreversible inhibitor of IkappaB-alpha phosphorylation in cells (IC50 = 10 muM) and prevents the activation of NF-kappaB. | benzenes; nitrile; sulfone | anti-inflammatory agent; antibacterial agent; antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; autophagy inducer; EC 2.7.11.10 (IkappaB kinase) inhibitor; ferroptosis inducer; NF-kappaB inhibitor |
| methyl-3-methoxy-4-hydroxystyryl ketone | methyl-3-methoxy-4-hydroxystyryl ketone: structure given in first source; RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation | hydroxycinnamic acid | |
| Isoliquiritigenin 4,4'-dimethyl ether | chalcones | ||
| 2-Phenylethyl 3-phenyl-2-propenoate | cinnamate ester | ||
| grifolin | grifolin: antibiotic isolated from Grifola confluens | sesquiterpenoid | |
| 2-(4-(dimethylamino)styryl)benzothiazole | 2-(4-(dimethylamino)styryl)benzothiazole: structure in first source | ||
| cisplatin | diamminedichloroplatinum | antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; cross-linking reagent; ferroptosis inducer; genotoxin; mutagen; nephrotoxin; photosensitizing agent | |
| sequoiaflavone | sequoiaflavone: Isolated from Ginkgo biloba; structure in first source | ||
| w-13 | |||
| 2,4,2'-trihydroxychalcone | 2,4,2'-trihydroxychalcone: structure in first source | ||
| 6-(bromomethylene)tetrahydro-3-(1-naphthaleneyl)-2h-pyran-2-one | 6-(bromomethylene)tetrahydro-3-(1-naphthaleneyl)-2H-pyran-2-one: structure given in first source; potent irreversible, mechanism-based inhibitor of myocardial calcium-independent phospholipase A2 | naphthalenes | |
| ubp 310 | UBP 310: a GluR5 antagonist; structure in first source | ||
| ubp 302 | |||
| mg 624 | triethyl-(beta-4-stilbenoxyethyl)ammonium: inhibits alpha7 nicotinic receptors; structure in first source | ||
| su 4312 | SU4312 : A member of the class of oxindoles that is 3-methyleneoxindole in which one of the hydrogens of the methylene group has been replaced by a p-(dimethylamino)phenyl group. SU 4312 is a vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) receptor protein tyrosine kinase 1/2 and platelet derived growth factor (PDGF) receptor inhibitor. It also inhibits the neuronal nitric oxide synthase (NOS) and exhibits neuroprotection against NO-mediated neurotoxicity. | ||
| 4,5-di-O-caffeoylquinic acid | quinic acid | ||
| indigo carmine | 3,5-di-O-(E)-caffeoylquinic acid: from roots of Lychnophora ericoides; structure in first source 3,5-di-O-caffeoyl quinic acid : A carboxylic ester that is the diester obtained by the condensation of the hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 5 of (-)-quinic acid with the carboxy group of trans-caffeic acid. Isolated from Brazilian propolis and Suaeda glauca, it exhibits hepatoprotective and cytotoxic activities. | ||
| daurichromenic acid | daurichromenic acid: structure in first source | ||
| methyl chlorogenate | methyl chlorogenate: from Eriobotrya japonica; structure in first source | quinic acid | |
| clovamide | clovamide: RN given for (Z)-isomer; structure in first source | tyrosine derivative | |
| b 43 | RK-24466 : A member of the class of pyrrolopyrimidines that is 7H-pyrrolo[2,3-d]pyrimidine substituted by amino, 4-phenoxyphenyl, and cyclopentyl groups at positions 4, 5 and 7, respectively. It is a potent inhibitor of Lck that inhibits Lck (64-509) and LckCD isoforms (IC50 of less than 1 and 2 nM, respectively). | aromatic amine; aromatic ether; cyclopentanes; primary amino compound; pyrrolopyrimidine | EC 2.7.10.2 (non-specific protein-tyrosine kinase) inhibitor; geroprotector |
| edelfosine | (R)-edelfosine : A 1-octadecyl-2-methylglycero-3-phosphocholine that is the (R)-enantiomer of edelfosine. | 1-octadecyl-2-methylglycero-3-phosphocholine | |
| bis(7)-tacrine | secondary amino compound | apoptosis inhibitor; EC 1.14.13.39 (nitric oxide synthase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.1.7 (acetylcholinesterase) inhibitor; neuroprotective agent | |
| a 84543 | |||
| azd 0328 | spiro(1-azabicyclo(2.2.2)octane-3,2'(3H)-furo(2,3-b)pyridine): AZD-0328 is the (2'R)-isomer and D-tartrate salt; an alpha7 neuronal nicotinic receptor agonist; structure in first source | ||
| pnu-282987 | carbonyl compound; organohalogen compound | ||
| ssr180711 | SSR180711: a selective alpha7 acetylcholine nicotinic receptor (n-AChRs) partial agonist; structure in first source | ||
| ispronicline | ispronicline: a neuronal nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulator; has antidepressant, neuroprotective, and cognitive effects; structure in first source | ||
| 17-cyclopropylmethyl-6,7-didehydro-4,5-epoxy-5'-guanidinyl-3,14-dihydroxyindolo(2',3'-6,7)morphinan | |||
| 2-(4'-methylaminophenyl)benzothiazole | 2-(4'-methylaminophenyl)benzothiazole: binds amyloid-beta fibrils; structure in first source | ||
| dysiherbaine | dysiherbaine : A furopyran that is (3aR,7aR)-hexahydro-2H-furo[3,2-b]pyran substituted by carboxy, (2S)-2-amino-2-carboxyethyl, hydroxy and methylamino groups at positions 2, 2, 6, and 7, respectively (the 2R,3aR,6S,7R,7aR-stereoisomer). A convulsant isolated from the marine sponge Dysidea herbacea that has high affinity for kainate ionotropic glutamate receptors. dysiherbaine: an exitotoxic amino acid; structure in first source | amino dicarboxylic acid; furopyran; hydroxy carboxylic acid; secondary amino compound | animal metabolite; excitatory amino acid agonist; marine metabolite; neurotoxin |
| memoquin | memoquin: structure in first source | ||
| chf 5074 | 1-(3',4'-dichloro-2-fluoro(1,1'-biphenyl)-4-yl)cyclopropanecarboxylic acid: a beta-amyloid(1-42) lowering agent; structure in first source | ||
| propyl caffeate | propyl caffeate: has antioxidant activity; structure in first source | ||
| desnitroimidacloprid | desnitroimidacloprid: a nicotinic receptor agonist; structure in first source | ||
| 4-(6-iodo-2-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridinyl)-N,N-dimethylaniline | imidazoles | ||
| 2-(4'-(methylamino)phenyl)-6-hydroxybenzothiazole | |||
| n-caffeoyldopamine | N-caffeoyldopamine: structure in first source | ||
| crispine a | crispine A: pyrrolo(2,1-a)isoquinoline alkaloid from Carduus crispus; structure in first source | ||
| amd 070 | mavorixafor: a derivative of AMD3100; a CXCR4 blocker | aminoquinoline | |
| lipocrine | lipocrine: anti-Alzheimer's drug; structure in first source | ||
| bay94 9172 | florbetaben ((18)F) : A member of the class of stilbenoids in which the para-hydrogens of stilbene are replaced by methylamino and 2-{2-[2-((18)F)fluoroethoxy]ethoxy}ethoxy) groups. A positron emission tomography imaging ligand for the detection of amyloid aggregation associated with Alzheimer disease. | (18)F radiopharmaceutical; aromatic ether; polyether; secondary amino compound; stilbenoid; substituted aniline | radioactive imaging agent |
| gosogliptin | amino acid amide | ||
| mrk 560 | MRK 560: a gamma-secretase inhibitor; MRK-560 is the (cis)-isomer; structure in first source | ||
| calcimycin | Calcimycin: An ionophorous, polyether antibiotic from Streptomyces chartreusensis. It binds and transports CALCIUM and other divalent cations across membranes and uncouples oxidative phosphorylation while inhibiting ATPase of rat liver mitochondria. The substance is used mostly as a biochemical tool to study the role of divalent cations in various biological systems. | benzoxazole | |
| n-trans-p-coumaroyl-l-tyrosine | N-trans-p-coumaroyl-L-tyrosine: from Theobroma cacao; structure in first source | tyrosine derivative | |
| vizamyl | flutemetamol ((18)F) : A member of the class of benzothiazoles that is 1,3-benzothiazole substituted by 3-((18)F)fluoro-4-(methylamino)phenyl and hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 6 respectively. A positron emission tomography imaging ligand for the detection of amyloid aggregation associated with Alzheimer disease. | (18)F radiopharmaceutical; aromatic amine; benzothiazoles; secondary amino compound | radioactive imaging agent |
| n-(3-fluorophenyl)-1-((4-(((3s)-3-methyl-1-piperazinyl)methyl)phenyl)acetyl)-4-piperidinamine | N-(3-fluorophenyl)-1-((4-(((3S)-3-methyl-1-piperazinyl)methyl)phenyl)acetyl)-4-piperidinamine: a small molecule motilin receptor agonist; structure in first source | acetamides | |
| a 867744 | 4-(5-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-methyl-3-propionyl-1H-pyrrol-1-yl)benzenesulfonamide: positive modulator of alpha7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor; structure in first source | ||
| florbetapir f 18 | florbetapir F-18 : An aromatic ether consisting of a pyridine ring substituted at position 2 by a 2-{2-[2-((18)F)fluoroethoxy]ethoxy}ethoxy group and at position 5 and a 2-(4-methylaminophenyl)vinyl group. A positron emission tomography imaging ligand for the detection of amyloid aggregation associated with Alzheimer disease. florbetapir: a PET agent for Abeta plaques; structure in first source | (18)F radiopharmaceutical; aromatic ether; organofluorine compound; pyridines; substituted aniline | radioactive imaging agent |
| ucl 2077 | benzenoid aromatic compound | ||
| azd4694 | AZD4694: an Abeta plaque neuroimaging PET radioligand; structure in first source | ||
| ar 231453 | |||
| a-582941 | A-582941: nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (alpha7 nAChR) agonist | ||
| (E,E)-1-bromo-2,5-bis-(4-hydroxystyryl)benzene | (E,E)-1-bromo-2,5-bis-(4-hydroxystyryl)benzene : An organobromine compound that is bromobenzene in which the hydrogens at positions 2 and 5 are replaced by 4-hydroxystyryl groups. | organobromine compound; polyphenol | fluorescent dye |
| evp-6124 | |||
| imidacloprid | (E)-imidacloprid : The E-isomer of imidacloprid. | imidacloprid; imidazolidines; monochloropyridine | environmental contaminant; genotoxin; neonicotinoid insectide; nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist; xenobiotic |
| ag-879 | AG-879: structure given in first source | ||
| cnb 001 | |||
| hydrazinocurcumin | hydrazinocurcumin : A pyrazole obtained by cyclocodensation of the two carbonyl groups of curcumin with hydrazine. hydrazinocurcumin: structure in first source | aromatic ether; olefinic compound; polyphenol; pyrazoles | angiogenesis modulating agent; antineoplastic agent; EC 2.3.1.48 (histone acetyltransferase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.11.1 (non-specific serine/threonine protein kinase) inhibitor |
| 3-(4-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzylidene)anabaseine |