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Chemical synthesis and alkaloids Alkaloid Journal of Medicinal Chemistry

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What We Have Gained from Ibogaine: α3β4 Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptor Inhibitors as Treatments for Substance Use Disorders

Carolyn J. Straub, Lisa E. Rusali, Kyle M. Kremiller, Andrew P. Riley
Journal of Medicinal Chemistry Summary & key facts 2022 16 citations

Researchers reviewing ibogaine and its chemical relatives say these drugs point to a new way to treat substance use disorders by blocking a brain receptor called α3β4 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR). Animal studies found ibogaine and some derivatives reduced self-use of drugs like morphine, cocaine, alcohol, and nicotine. But ibogaine…

Chemical synthesis and alkaloids Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors Study
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