Abstract
We synthesized a series of compounds that are modified in positions 3 and 17 of the morphinan ring system, with the intention of developing ideal anticonvulsant agents. We examined the effects of these compounds on kainic acid (KA)-induced seizures, and on locomotor patterns in rats. We found that compounds 5, 6, and 8 exhibit novel anticonvulsant effects, with negligible psychotropic effects.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1651-1654 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry Letters |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 13 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2001 Jul 9 |
Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Funding Information:This work was supported by the BK 21 project and a grant (1998-012-F00014) from the Korea Research Foundation, Republic of Korea.
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Medicine
- Molecular Biology
- Pharmaceutical Science
- Drug Discovery
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Organic Chemistry