KOR agonist 4

KOR agonist 4 (compound 39) is an agonist targeting the κ opioid receptor (Kappa Opioid Receptor) and activates G protein signaling. It has an EC50 of 14 nM and an Emax of 83% for binding to GTPγS. This compound demonstrates moderate to high intrinsic clearance in human liver cells and shows selectivity for the κ opioid receptor over the μ (MOR) and δ (DOR) opioid receptors by factors of 60 and 810, respectively. KOR agonist 4 is useful for research into central nervous system (CNS) disorders.