ENCIPRAZINE
Enciprazine is an anxiolytic/antidepressant with serotonin receptor activity. Side effects include dizziness, dry mouth, and mild sedation.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Enciprazine is an anxiolytic and antipsychotic agent structurally related to phenylpiperazines. Its mechanism includes 5‑HT₂ and α‑adrenergic receptor antagonism with mild dopamine‑modulating effects. It influences limbic signalling and anxiolytic pathways.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in serotonin‑receptor research, anxiolytic‑mechanism modelling, α‑adrenergic inhibition studies, and behavioural‑pharmacology assays.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include sedation, dizziness, orthostatic hypotension, anticholinergic effects and rare EPS symptoms. Handle with CNS‑active psychotropic precautions.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C17H19ClN2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 432.5 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 68576-86-3 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | ENCIPRAZINE; 68576-86-3; Enciprazinum; enciprazina; DTXSID3057806 |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 1-[4-(2-methoxyphenyl)piperazin-1-yl]-3-(3,4,5-trimethoxyphenoxy)propan-2-ol |
| InChl Key | KSQCNASWXSCJTD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C23H32N2O6/c1-27-20-8-6-5-7-19(20)25-11-9-24(10-12-25)15-17(26)16-31-18-13-21(28-2)23(30-4)22(14-18)29-3/h5-8,13-14,17,26H,9-12,15-16H2,1-4H3 |
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