JNJ-5207852

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JNJ-5207852

JNJ-5207852 is a pharmaceutical drug developed by Johnson & Johnson, a multinational corporation that produces medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods.

Pronunciation

JNJ-5207852 is pronounced as "jay-en-jay-five-two-zero-seven-eight-five-two".

Etymology

The name "JNJ-5207852" is derived from the initials of the company that developed it, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), followed by a unique numerical code (5207852) assigned to the drug during its development phase.

Description

JNJ-5207852 is a non-imidazole histamine H3 receptor antagonist. The Histamine H3 receptor is a G-protein coupled receptor that modulates the release of histamine and other neurotransmitters. Antagonists of this receptor, like JNJ-5207852, are being investigated for their potential use in the treatment of various central nervous system disorders, including narcolepsy, Alzheimer's disease, and schizophrenia.

Related Terms

  • Pharmaceutical drug: A chemical substance used to treat, cure, prevent, or diagnose a disease or to promote well-being.
  • Johnson & Johnson: An American multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods.
  • Histamine H3 receptor: A class of G-protein coupled receptors that modulate the release of histamine and other neurotransmitters.
  • Central nervous system: The part of the nervous system consisting primarily of the brain and spinal cord.
  • Narcolepsy: A neurological disorder that affects the control of sleep and wakefulness.
  • Alzheimer's disease: A progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions.
  • Schizophrenia: A chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.

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