Pipequaline

Pipequaline (also known as PK-8165) is a sedative and anxiolytic drug in the quinazolinone family of drugs. It is one of a relatively small number of sedative-hypnotic drugs that are not benzodiazepines, the other most well-known non-benzodiazepine sedative-hypnotics being zolpidem, zaleplon, eszopiclone, barbiturates, and chloral hydrate.

Pharmacology

Pipequaline acts as a GABA_A receptor positive allosteric modulator. It has similar effects to benzodiazepine drugs, but is structurally distinct and so is classed as a nonbenzodiazepine sedative.

Medical Uses

Pipequaline is primarily used for the treatment of anxiety, insomnia, and other related disorders. It is known for its sedative and anxiolytic effects.

Side Effects

Like other sedatives, pipequaline can cause a range of side effects, including drowsiness, dizziness, and potential dependency with long-term use.

See Also

• Benzodiazepine
• GABA_A receptor
• Sedative
• Hypnotic
• Anxiolytic

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