Abstract
A series of pentanthrene type heterocyclic compounds were synthesized and evaluated for anxiolytic activities by three kinds of behavioral pharmacological tests. Several compounds showed anxiolytic activities. In particular, s-triazolo[3,4-a]phthalazine (Tri-P) and 3-propyl derivatives of Tri-P(PTP) showed remarkable activities, although the activities were slightly lower than those of diazepam. The results suggested that Tri-P or PTP is a useful lead compound for the development of the antianxietic agents. The relationship between the structure and anxiolytic activity, and the inducing mechanism of the activity was discussed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 400-405 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Yakugaku Zasshi |
Volume | 113 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1993 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- anxiolytic activity
- behavioral pharmacological test
- pentanthrene type heterocyclic compound
- s-triazolo[3,4-a]phthalazine
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pharmacology
- Pharmaceutical Science