Sergolexole Explained
Sergolexole (developmental code name LY-281,067) is an ergoline derivative which acts as a selective antagonist of the serotonin 5-HT2 receptors. It has been used for various research applications, but was never developed for medical use.[1] [2] [3]
Notes and References
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- Cohen ML, Parli CJ, Fuller RW . 5-Hydroxytryptamine2 receptor antagonist activity of the acid metabolite (1-isopropyl dihydrolysergic acid) of the ergoline ester, sergolexole (LY281067) . The Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics . 251 . 3 . 1006–11 . December 1989 . 2600800 .
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