Gefapixant
Gefapixant, also known as AF-219 or MK-7264, is a P2X3 receptor antagonist. Gefapixant is currently under clinical trials for chronic cough. It is believed that excessive activation of P2X3 receptors is associated with hyper-sensitization of sensory neurons. Neuronal hyper-sensitization in the airways and lungs, triggered by injury or infection, can cause an exaggerated, persistent and frequent urge to cough, so called chronic cough. P2X3 receptors seem to have a key role in mediation of cough neuronal hypersensitivity. Antagonists of P2X3 receptors such as AF-219 are a promising new group of antitussives.
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Chemical Information
| Name | Gefapixant |
|---|---|
| Iupac Chemical Name | 5-[(2,4-diaminopyrimidin-5-yl)oxy]-2-methoxy-4-(propan-2-yl)benzene-1-sulfonamide |
| Synonyms | Gefapixant ; MK-7264 ; MK 7264 ; MK7264 ; AF-219 ; AF219 ; AF 219 ; RO4926219 ; RO-4926219 ; RO 4926219 ; |
| Molecular Formula | C14H19N5O4S |
| Molecular Weight | 353.39 |
| Smile | O=S(C1=CC(OC2=CN=C(N)N=C2N)=C(C(C)C)C=C1OC)(N)=O |
| InChiKey | HLWURFKMDLAKOD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChi | InChI=1S/C14H19N5O4S/c1-7(2)8-4-10(22-3)12(24(17,20)21)5-9(8)23-11-6-18-14(16)19-13(11)15/h4-7H,1-3H3,(H2,17,20,21)(H4,15,16,18,19) |
| CAS Number | 1015787-98-0 |
| Related CAS | 1015787-98-0 |
Ordering Information
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| Formulation | Off-white solid to white solid |
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| Purity | 98% |
| Storage | Dry, dark and at 0 - 4 C for short term (days to weeks) or -20 C for long term (months to years). |
| Solubility | Soluble in DMSO |
| Handling | Avoid inhalation, contact with eyes and skin. Avoid dust and aerosol formation. Use only in areas with appropriate exhaust ventilation. |
| Shipping Condition | Shipped under ambient temperature |
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| Targets | P2X3 Antagonist |
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Chemical Structure
