Description: PD 144418 is a novel, high affinity, highly potent and specific sigma 1 (σ1) receptor ligand with Ki values of 0.08 nM and 1377 nM for σ1 and σ2 respectively. PD 144418 oxalate devoids of any significant affinity for other receptors, ion channels and enzymes. PD 144418 oxalate shows highly potential antipsychotic activity.
References:[1]. Akunne HC, et al. The pharmacology of the novel and selective sigma ligand, PD 144418. Neuropharmacology. 1997 Jan;36(1):51-62.[2]. Lever JR, et al. Relationship between cerebral sigma-1 receptor occupancy and attenuation of cocaine's motor stimulatory effects in mice by PD144418. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 2014 Oct;351(1):153-63.Related CAS#: 154130-99-1 (free base) 1794760-28-3 (oxalate) 154131-00-7