CAS 172732-68-2: Varespladib
Description:Varespladib is a synthetic compound classified as a phospholipase A2 inhibitor, primarily developed for therapeutic applications in inflammatory diseases and cardiovascular conditions. Its chemical structure features a substituted phenyl group and a long-chain fatty acid moiety, which contribute to its biological activity. Varespladib functions by inhibiting the action of phospholipase A2 enzymes, thereby reducing the release of arachidonic acid and subsequent production of pro-inflammatory mediators. This mechanism positions it as a potential treatment for conditions such as atherosclerosis and asthma. The compound is typically administered in a pharmaceutical formulation, and its efficacy and safety profile have been evaluated in various clinical trials. Varespladib is characterized by its moderate solubility in organic solvents and limited solubility in water, which influences its bioavailability and formulation strategies. As with many pharmacological agents, understanding its pharmacokinetics, metabolism, and potential side effects is crucial for its therapeutic application.
Formula:C21H20N2O5
InChI:InChI=1S/C21H20N2O5/c1-2-14-19(20(26)21(22)27)18-15(9-6-10-16(18)28-12-17(24)25)23(14)11-13-7-4-3-5-8-13/h3-10H,2,11-12H2,1H3,(H2,22,27)(H,24,25)
InChI key:InChIKey=BHLXTPHDSZUFHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O=C(N)C(=O)C=1C=2C(OCC(=O)O)=CC=CC2N(C1CC)CC=3C=CC=CC3
- Synonyms:
- ((3-(Aminooxoacetyl)-1-benzyl-2-ethyl-1H-indol-4-yl)oxy)acetic acid
- ({3-[amino(oxo)acetyl]-1-benzyl-2-ethyl-1H-indol-4-yl}oxy)acetic acid
- 2-[[3-(2-Amino-2-oxoacetyl)-2-ethyl-1-(phenylmethyl)-1H-indol-4-yl]oxy]acetic acid
- Acetic acid, ((3-(aminooxoacetyl)-2-ethyl-1-(phenylmethyl)-1H-indol-4-yl)oxy)-,
- Acetic acid, 2-[[3-(2-amino-2-oxoacetyl)-2-ethyl-1-(phenylmethyl)-1H-indol-4-yl]oxy]-
- Ly 315920
- Ly315920
- Unii-2Q3P98Dath
- Varepladib
- [[3-(2-Amino-1,2-dioxoethyl)-2-ethyl-1-(phenylmethyl)-1H-indol-4-yl]oxy]acetic acid
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- sodium ({3-[amino(oxo)acetyl]-1-benzyl-2-ethyl-1H-indol-4-yl}oxy)acetate
- Varespladib