BD-1063

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BD-1063 is a compound that is used as a selective sigma receptor antagonist, with a reported preference for the sigma-1 receptor. It is used in scientific research.

Pharmacology[edit | edit source]

BD-1063 is a selective sigma receptor antagonist, with a reported preference for the sigma-1 receptor. It has been used in scientific research to help understand the function of sigma receptors, particularly in the context of the potential therapeutic uses of sigma receptor agonists and antagonists.

Therapeutic uses[edit | edit source]

While BD-1063 itself is not used therapeutically, understanding its action on sigma receptors can help in the development of new drugs. Sigma receptors are thought to be involved in a number of diseases, including schizophrenia, depression, and Alzheimer's disease, and drugs that act on these receptors could potentially be used to treat these conditions.

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