Lercanidipine-d3 hydrochloride

Lercanidipine-d3 hydrochloride is the deuterium labeled Lercanidipine. Lercanidipine is a lipophilic third-generation dihydropyridine-calcium channel blocker (DHP-CCB). Lercanidipine has long lasting antihypertensive action and reno-protective effect[1][2][3].

Signaling Pathways >> Membrane Transporter/Ion Channel >> Calcium Channel

Research Areas >> Cardiovascular Disease

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].

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[2]. Barrios, V., et al., Lercanidipine is an effective and well tolerated antihypertensive drug regardless the cardiovascular risk profile: The LAURA study. Int J Clin Pract, 2006. 60(11): p. 1364-70.

[3]. Burnier, M., M. Pruijm, and G. Wuerzner, Treatment of essential hypertension with calcium channel blockers: what is the place of lercanidipine? Expert Opin Drug Metab Toxicol, 2009. 5(8): p. 981-7.

[4]. Grassi G, et, al. Lercanidipine in the Management of Hypertension: An Update. J Pharmacol Pharmacother. Oct-Dec 2017;8(4):155-165.