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serotonin receptor activity

Definition

Target type: molecularfunction

Combining with the biogenic amine serotonin and transmitting a signal across a membrane by activating some effector activity. Serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine) is a neurotransmitter and hormone found in vertebrates and invertebrates. [GOC:dos]

Serotonin receptors are a family of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) that mediate the actions of serotonin (5-HT), a neurotransmitter involved in a wide range of physiological processes, including mood, sleep, appetite, and cognition. These receptors are characterized by their seven transmembrane domains, which allow them to bind serotonin and activate intracellular signaling pathways. Serotonin receptor activity is crucial for regulating various cellular functions, including neurotransmission, smooth muscle contraction, and hormone secretion. When serotonin binds to its receptor, it triggers a cascade of events that ultimately lead to changes in cell behavior. These changes can include alterations in gene expression, changes in ion channel permeability, or the activation of other signaling pathways. There are seven main classes of serotonin receptors, each with distinct pharmacological properties and signaling mechanisms. These classes are designated as 5-HT1, 5-HT2, 5-HT3, 5-HT4, 5-HT5, 5-HT6, and 5-HT7. Each class of serotonin receptor is further subdivided into subtypes, with different subtypes exhibiting distinct affinities for serotonin and activating different signaling pathways. For example, the 5-HT1A receptor is coupled to Gi/o proteins and inhibits adenylyl cyclase activity, while the 5-HT2A receptor is coupled to Gq proteins and activates phospholipase C. The diversity of serotonin receptor subtypes allows for the fine-tuning of serotonin signaling in different tissues and cell types. Understanding the molecular functions of serotonin receptors is essential for developing new drugs that target these receptors for the treatment of various diseases, including depression, anxiety, migraine, and obesity. The development of selective serotonin receptor agonists and antagonists has revolutionized the treatment of these conditions, highlighting the importance of understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying serotonin receptor activity.'
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Proteins (1)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
5-hydroxytryptamine receptor 4A 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor 4 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:Q13639]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (35)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
methylbufotenin5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine : A tryptamine alkaloid that is N,N-dimethyltryptamine substituted by a methoxy group at position 5.aromatic ether;
tertiary amino compound;
tryptamine alkaloid
hallucinogen;
plant metabolite
5-methoxytryptamine5-methoxytryptamine : A member of the class of tryptamines that is the methyl ether derivative of serotonin.

5-Methoxytryptamine: Serotonin derivative proposed as potentiator for hypnotics and sedatives.
aromatic ether;
primary amino compound;
tryptamines
5-hydroxytryptamine 2A receptor agonist;
5-hydroxytryptamine 2B receptor agonist;
5-hydroxytryptamine 2C receptor agonist;
antioxidant;
cardioprotective agent;
human metabolite;
mouse metabolite;
neuroprotective agent;
radiation protective agent;
serotonergic agonist
cisapridecisapride : The amide resulting from formal condensation of 4-amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid with cis-1-[3-(4-fluorophenoxy)propyl]-3-methoxypiperidin-4-amine. It has been used (as its monohydrate or as its tartrate) for the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and for non-ulcer dyspepsia, but its propensity to cause cardiac arrhythmias resulted in its complete withdrawal from many countries, including the U.K., and restrictions on its use elsewhere.

Cisapride: A substituted benzamide used for its prokinetic properties. It is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease, functional dyspepsia, and other disorders associated with impaired gastrointestinal motility. (Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed)
benzamides
ebastineorganic molecular entity
haloperidolhaloperidol : A compound composed of a central piperidine structure with hydroxy and p-chlorophenyl substituents at position 4 and an N-linked p-fluorobutyrophenone moiety.

Haloperidol: A phenyl-piperidinyl-butyrophenone that is used primarily to treat SCHIZOPHRENIA and other PSYCHOSES. It is also used in schizoaffective disorder, DELUSIONAL DISORDERS, ballism, and TOURETTE SYNDROME (a drug of choice) and occasionally as adjunctive therapy in INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY and the chorea of HUNTINGTON DISEASE. It is a potent antiemetic and is used in the treatment of intractable HICCUPS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p279)
aromatic ketone;
hydroxypiperidine;
monochlorobenzenes;
organofluorine compound;
tertiary alcohol
antidyskinesia agent;
antiemetic;
dopaminergic antagonist;
first generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist
sdz 205-557methoxybenzoic acid
metergolinemetergoline : An ergoline alkaloid that is the N-benzyloxycarbonyl derivative of lysergamine. A 5-HT2 antagonist. Also 5-HT1 antagonist and 5-HT1D ligand. Has moderate affinity for 5-HT6 and high affinity for 5-HT7.

Metergoline: A dopamine agonist and serotonin antagonist. It has been used similarly to BROMOCRIPTINE as a dopamine agonist and also for MIGRAINE DISORDERS therapy.
carbamate ester;
ergoline alkaloid
dopamine agonist;
geroprotector;
serotonergic antagonist
gr 127935GR 127935 : A member of the class of benzamides obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of 2'-methyl-4'-(5-methyl-1,2,4-oxadiazol-3-yl)biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid and the anilino group of 4-methoxy-3-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)aniline. Potent and selective 5-HT1B/1D receptor antagonist (pKi values are 8.5 for both guinea pig 5-HT1D and rat 5-HT1B receptors). Displays > 100-fold selectivity over 5HT1A, 5-HT2A, 5-HT2C receptors and other receptor types. Centrally active following oral administration.

GR 127935: a 5-HT 1D receptor antagonist
1,2,4-oxadiazole;
benzamides;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine
gr 113808GR 113808 : An indolyl carboxylate ester obtained by formal condensation between the carboxy group of 1-methylindole-3-carboxylic acid with the hydroxy group of N-{2-[4-(hydroxymethyl)piperidin-1-yl]ethyl}methanesulfonamide.

GR 113808: structure given in first source; a 5-HT(4) receptor antagonist: GR 125487 is the HCl salt
indolyl carboxylate ester;
piperidines;
sulfonamide
serotonergic antagonist
sb 204070a
piboserodSerotonin 5-HT4 Receptor Antagonists: Drugs that bind to but do not activate SEROTONIN 5-HT4 RECEPTORS, thereby blocking the actions of SEROTONIN or SEROTONIN RECEPTOR AGONISTS.
3-(piperidine-1-yl)propyl 4-amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoate hydrochloride3-(piperidine-1-yl)propyl 4-amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoate hydrochloride: structure given in first source; a 5-HT(4) receptor antagonist
rs 23597-190methoxybenzoic acid
rs 67333RS 67333: 5-HT(4) receptor agonist; structure in first sourcearomatic ketone
tropisetrontropisetron : 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
curcumincurcumin : 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
snap 37889
norcisapridenorcisapride: metabolite of cisapridebenzamides
prucaloprideprucalopride: a 5-HT4 agonist enterokinetic compoundbenzamides
4-amino-5-chloro-N-[(3R,4S)-1-[3-(4-fluorophenoxy)propyl]-3-methoxy-4-piperidinyl]-2-methoxybenzamidebenzamides
ml 103022-piperidinoethyl 4-amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoate: structure in first source
sb 207710SB 207710: structure given in first source
sb 271046SB 271046: 5-HT(6) receptor antagonist; structure in first source
sb 269970SB 269970: a 5-HT(7) antagonist; structure in first sourcesulfonamide
n-(2,5-dibromo-3-fluorophenyl)-4-methoxy-3-piperazin-1-ylbenzenesulfonamideN-(2,5-dibromo-3-fluorophenyl)-4-methoxy-3-piperazin-1-ylbenzenesulfonamide: structure in first source
brl 24682BRL 24682: RN given for (endo)-isomer; structure in first source
sb258741
4-n-butyl-1-(4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxo-1-butyl)-piperidine hydrogen chloride
sb-656104-aSB-656104-A: structure in first source
barettinbarettin: isolated as a Z/E mixture from sponge Geodia barretti; structure in first sourceorganic molecular entity
naluzotannaluzotan: an antidepressant and anti-anxiety agent; structure in first source
td-5108TD-5108: a selective 5-HT(4) receptor agonist with high intrinsic activity; structure in first source
donecopridedonecopride: a dual serotonin subtype 4 receptor agonist/acetylcholinesterase inhibitor with potential interest for Alzheimer's disease treatment; structure in first source
clozapineclozapine : A benzodiazepine that is 5H-dibenzo[b,e][1,4]diazepine substituted by a chloro group at position 8 and a 4-methylpiperazin-1-yl group at position 11. It is a second generation antipsychotic used in the treatment of psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia.

Clozapine: A tricylic dibenzodiazepine, classified as an atypical antipsychotic agent. It binds several types of central nervous system receptors, and displays a unique pharmacological profile. Clozapine is a serotonin antagonist, with strong binding to 5-HT 2A/2C receptor subtype. It also displays strong affinity to several dopaminergic receptors, but shows only weak antagonism at the dopamine D2 receptor, a receptor commonly thought to modulate neuroleptic activity. Agranulocytosis is a major adverse effect associated with administration of this agent.
benzodiazepine;
N-arylpiperazine;
N-methylpiperazine;
organochlorine compound
adrenergic antagonist;
dopaminergic antagonist;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
GABA antagonist;
histamine antagonist;
muscarinic antagonist;
second generation antipsychotic;
serotonergic antagonist;
xenobiotic
tegaserodtegaserod: a nonbenzamide 5-hydroxytryptamine(4) agonist; used in treatment of irritable bowel syndrome; marketing suspended 2007 in US due to higher incidence of MI, stroke, and unstable angina; structure given in first sourcecarboxamidine;
guanidines;
hydrazines;
indoles
gastrointestinal drug;
serotonergic agonist