Isobutyrylfentanyl

Isobutyrylfentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid that is an analog of fentanyl. It is part of a larger family of fentanyl analogs, which are modified versions of fentanyl designed to mimic its potent analgesic effects.

Chemistry

Isobutyrylfentanyl is a fentanyl analog, meaning it shares a similar chemical structure with fentanyl. It is specifically an N-phenyl-N-[1-(2-phenylethyl)piperidin-4-yl]isobutyramide. The isobutyryl group in the molecule is what differentiates it from other fentanyl analogs.

Pharmacology

Like fentanyl and its other analogs, isobutyrylfentanyl acts primarily as an agonist at the mu-opioid receptor. This receptor is responsible for the analgesic effects of opioids. However, the exact potency and efficacy of isobutyrylfentanyl at this receptor compared to fentanyl is not well-studied.

Effects

The effects of isobutyrylfentanyl are similar to those of other opioids and include analgesia, sedation, and respiratory depression. Due to its potency, it also carries a high risk of overdose, which can lead to death.

Legal Status

Isobutyrylfentanyl is a controlled substance in many countries due to its potential for abuse and the health risks it poses. In the United States, it is a Schedule I controlled substance, meaning it has no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse.

See Also

• Fentanyl
• Opioid
• Opioid overdose