(R)-Carvedilol-d4

(R)-Carvedilol-d4 is deuterium labeled (R)-Carvedilol. (R)-Carvedilol ((R)-BM 14190), the R-enantiomer of Carvedilol, is a non-selective β/α-1 blocker. (R)-Carvedilol exerts protection against the vascular or cardiac toxicity of Doxorubicin (DOX)[1].

Research Areas >> Cardiovascular Disease

Signaling Pathways >> GPCR/G Protein >> Adrenergic Receptor

Stable heavy isotopes of hydrogen, carbon, and other elements have been incorporated into drug molecules, largely as tracers for quantitation during the drug development process. Deuteration has gained attention because of its potential to affect the pharmacokinetic and metabolic profiles of drugs[1].

[1]. Russak EM, et al. Impact of Deuterium Substitution on the Pharmacokinetics of Pharmaceuticals. Ann Pharmacother. 2019;53(2):211-216.

[2]. Wu T, et al. Protective effects of S-carvedilol on doxorubicin-induced damages to human umbilical vein endothelial cells and rats. J Appl Toxicol. 2019 Aug;39(8):1233-1244.