WAY-204688
WAY-204688
WAY-204688 (/weɪ-204688/) is a pharmacological compound that is often used in neuroscience research.
Etymology
The name "WAY-204688" is derived from the naming convention used by the pharmaceutical company Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories, which developed the compound. The "WAY" prefix is an acronym for "Wyeth-Ayerst", while the numbers "204688" are a unique identifier for the compound.
Description
WAY-204688 is a selective agonist for the serotonin 5-HT6 receptor, a subtype of the serotonin receptor that is primarily found in the central nervous system. It is often used in research to study the role of the 5-HT6 receptor in various neurological and psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia, depression, and Alzheimer's disease.
Related Terms
- Agonist: A substance that initiates a physiological response when combined with a receptor.
- Serotonin 5-HT6 receptor: A subtype of the serotonin receptor that is primarily found in the central nervous system.
- Serotonin receptor: A group of G protein-coupled receptors and ligand-gated ion channels found in the central and peripheral nervous systems.
- Central nervous system: The part of the nervous system consisting primarily of the brain and spinal cord.
- Schizophrenia: A mental disorder characterized by abnormal behavior, strange speech, and a decreased ability to understand reality.
- Depression: A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
- Alzheimer's disease: A progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on WAY-204688
- Wikipedia's article - WAY-204688
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