5,7-Dihydroxy-6-methoxy-2-(4-phenoxyphenyl)chromen-4-one
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5,7-dihydroxy-6-methoxy-2-(4-phenoxyphenyl)chromen-4-one
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C22H16O6 | |
Molar mass | 376.364 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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5,7-Dihydroxy-6-methoxy-2(4-phenoxyphenyl)-4H-chromene-4-one (DMPC) is a derivative of oroxylin A. It has memory improving effects and can reduce ADHD-like behavior.
Mechanism of action
As a derivative of oroxylin A, it has similar activity; in rats, DMPC has been shown to block the reuptake of dopamine similarly to methylphenidate, however it does not act at the norepinephrine transporter. This has resulted in attenuated ADHD-like behavior, but unlike methylphenidate and other ADHD medication, it did not display addictive properties. Which could make it useful as a non-addictive ADHD drugs, as most currently used ADHD stimulants have addictive properties.[3]
DMPC also possesses memory improving properties, it is able to attenuate memory impairment induced by
DMPC is able to block the