WAY-181187

WAY-181187 is a compound that acts as a potent and selective full agonist for the serotonin 5-HT6 receptor. It has been used in scientific research to explore the role of the 5-HT6 receptor in the brain, and has been found to produce nootropic effects in animal studies.

Chemistry[edit | edit source]

WAY-181187 is a synthetic compound, belonging to the chemical class of phenylpiperazines. It is structurally related to other 5-HT6 receptor agonists such as WAY-208466 and WAY-181187.

Pharmacology[edit | edit source]

WAY-181187 acts as a full agonist at the 5-HT6 receptor, one of the several serotonin receptors. The 5-HT6 receptor is primarily found in the brain, and is thought to be involved in a variety of functions, including regulation of mood, anxiety, learning, and memory.

Research[edit | edit source]

Research with WAY-181187 has been conducted in animal models to investigate its potential nootropic effects. In these studies, WAY-181187 has been found to enhance memory and learning. This suggests that the 5-HT6 receptor may be a potential target for the development of new treatments for conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and schizophrenia.

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