KW-6055

KW-6055 is a benzylpyridine derivative with anti-amnesic effects. KW-6055 can increase the level of ACh in the brain cholinergic system and stimulate cholinergic neurons.

Product Specifications

CAS Number

[63233-46-5]

UNSPSC

12352005

Target

Cholinesterase (ChE)

Type

Reference compound

Related Pathways

Neuronal Signaling

Applications

Neuroscience-Neuromodulation

Field of Research

Neurological Disease

Assay Protocol

https://www.medchemexpress.com/KW-6055.html

Solubility

10 mM in DMSO

Smiles

CCCC(NC1=CC=C(CC2=NC=CC=C2)C([N+]([O-])=O)=C1)=O

Molecular Formula

C16H17N3O3

Molecular Weight

299.32

References & Citations

[1]Kurokawa M, et al. Effects of KW-6055, a novel benzylpyridine derivative, on central cholinergic systems. Nihon Yakurigaku Zasshi. 1992 Jun;99 (6) :435-43.|[2]Kurokawa M, et al. [Effects of KW-6055, a novel benzylpyridine derivative, on central cholinergic systems]. Nihon Yakurigaku Zasshi. 1992 Jun;99 (6) :435-43. Japanese.