Competitive P2X7 receptor antagonist (pIC50 = 6.9 for the inhibition of Ca2+ influx in the human recombinant P2X7 cell line). Devoid of activity at other P2 receptors (IC50 >> 10 μM). Possesses antinociceptive activity in models of neuropathic pain in vivo. Inhibits methamphetamine-induced microglial migration and phagocytosis in vitro.Alternate Name:3-[[5-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)-1H-tetrazol-1-yl]methyl]pyridine Monohydrochloride; 3-[[5-(2,3-Dichlorophenyl)-1H-tetrazol-1-yl]methyl]pyridine Monohydrochloride; A 438079CAS Number:899431-18-6Molecular Formula:C₁₃H₁₀Cl₃N₅Molecular Weight:342.61Purity:≥98% (HPLC)
