Abstract
(-)-P7C3-S243 is a neuroprotective aminopropyl carbazole with improved druglike properties compared with previously reported compounds in the P7C3 class. It protects developing neurons in a mouse model of hippocampal neurogenesis and protects mature neurons within the substantia nigra in a mouse model of Parkinsons disease. A short, enantioselective synthesis provides the neuroprotective agent in optically pure form. It is nontoxic, orally bioavailable, metabolically stable, and able to cross the blood-brain barrier. As such, it represents a valuable lead compound for the development of drugs to treat neurodegenerative diseases and traumatic brain injury.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 3746-3754 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Journal of Medicinal Chemistry |
Volume | 57 |
Issue number | 9 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 8 2014 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Molecular Medicine
- Drug Discovery