Product Name
Dextofisopam
Description
Dextofisopam a non-serotonergic agent currently being evaluated for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), is the R-enantiomer of racemic tofisopam, a molecule marketed and used safely outside the United States for over three decades for multiple indications including IBS. Dextofisopam represents a novel, first-in-class opportunity with a positive proof-of-concept study in an arena where there are few compounds with unique approaches or positive efficacy results. By structure, Dextofisopam is a member of the homophthalazine class; Dextofisopam binds to specific receptors in areas of the brain affecting autonomic function, including gastrointestinal (GI) function. Unlike the two 5-HT3 or 5-HT4 mediated IBS therapies currently available, both with significant safety concerns, Dextofisopam novel non-serotonergic activity offers a unique and innovative approach to IBS treatment. Recent studies have indicated that dextofisopam binds to a novel binding site within the central nervous system that may be responsible for mediating its actions. This receptor has been characterized as the 2,3-benzodiazepine receptor, which is distinct from the classical 1,4 or 1,5-benzodiazepine receptor. Dextofisopam has no significant binding at other receptors or ion channels
Chemical Formula
C22H26N2O4
Elemental Analysis
C, 69.09; H, 6.85; N, 7.32; O, 16.73
Synonym
Dextofisopam; R-Tofisopam; Tofisopam
IUPAC/Chemical Name
5H-2,3-Benzodiazepine, 1-(3,4-dimethoxyphenyl)-5-ethyl-7,8-dimethoxy-4-methyl-, (5R)-
InChi Key
RUJBDQSFYCKFAA-HNNXBMFYSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C22H26N2O4/c1-7-15-13(2)23-24-22(14-8-9-18(25-3)19(10-14)26-4)17-12-21(28-6)20(27-5)11-16(15)17/h8-12,15H,7H2,1-6H3/t15-/m0/s1
SMILES Code
CC1=NN=C(C2=CC=C(OC)C(OC)=C2)C3=CC(OC)=C(OC)C=C3[C@H]1CC
Purity
>98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)
Shipping Condition
Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical. This product is stable enough for a few weeks during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs.
Storage Condition
Dry, dark and at 0 - 4 C for short term (days to weeks) or -20 C for long term (months to years).
Solubility
To be determined
Shelf Life
>2 years if stored properly
Drug Formulation
To be determined
Stock Solution Storage
0 - 4℃ for short term (days to weeks), or -20℃ for long term (months).
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001