cyprodime

Cyprodime is a **synthetic morphinan derivative** that functions as a highly selective **μ-opioid receptor antagonist** (μ = mu opioid receptor) with minimal effects on δ- and κ-opioid receptors. Its structure belongs to the morphinan class, and it is primarily used in pharmacological research to selectively block μ-opioid receptor-mediated activity, allowing for dissecting the specific roles of the different opioid receptor subtypes within experimental settings. Unlike broad-spectrum antagonists like naloxone, cyprodime enables researchers to inactivate μ-opioid signaling specifically, making it valuable in studying opioid pharmacology and pain modulation pathways. There are no significant indications of clinical use, and it is mainly a laboratory research chemical[1][5][7][9].

Other names

cyprodime hydrochloride17-(Cyclopropylmethyl)-4,14-dimethoxymorphinan-6-oneMorphinan-6-one, 17-(cyclopropylmethyl)-4,14-dimethoxy-