Sembragiline

Description

Sembragiline EVT 302 is a potent, selective and reversible monoamine oxidase B MAO-B inhibitor. Sembragiline reduces the metabolism of dopamine and other amine neurotransmitters by inhibiting the activity of the MAO-B enzyme, thereby potentially increasing the concentration of these neurotransmitters in the brain. Inhibition of the MAO-B enzyme also reduces the formation of toxic reactive oxygen species ROS that play a role in the pathological process of AD. Sembragiline has good oral activity and blood-brain barrier permeability. Sembragiline can be used in studies of AD, especially in patients with AD who show increased MAO-B activity.