Chemical Name:N-(4-Amino-2-methyl-6-quinolinyl)-2-[(4-ethylphenoxy)me
thyl]benzamide hydrochloride
Biological Activity:
High affinity, selective ORL1
receptor antagonist (Ki = 8.2 nM). Displays approximately 12.5-,
129- and 1055-fold selectivity over human μ-,
κ- and δ-opioid receptors
respectively. In vivo shows anti-nociceptive effects in acute pain models.
Orally active.
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