9-N-phenylmethylamino-tacrine

9-N-Phenylmethylamino-Tacrine is a synthetic small molecule belonging to the acridine class of compounds. It is structurally related to tacrine and functions as a cholinesterase inhibitor. This compound has been investigated for its potential in treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase and thereby increasing acetylcholine levels in the brain[1][2][4]. Its mechanism of action mirrors that of tacrine but with structural modifications intended to improve efficacy or reduce toxicity. As of now it remains an experimental compound without clinical approval.

Other names

N-benzyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridin-9-amine9-(3-phenylmethylamino)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridine9-benzylamino-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroacridine