Biochem/physiol Actions (2S,3S)-hydroxybupropion is a DAT (dopamine transporter) and NET(norepinephrine transporter) transporters inhibitor, and nAChR family modulator. (2S,3S)-hydroxybupropion is a major metabolite of bupropion. Hydroxybupropions were reported to contribute to antidepressant and perhaps smoking cessation activities. Both (2S,3S) and (2R,3R) metabolites reverse affective and somatic withdrawal signs in nicotine-dependent mice, but (2S,3S)-hydroxybupropion is more potent. (2S,3S)-hydroxybupropion significantly decreases the development of nicotine reward in mice. |
Biochem/physiol Actions (2S,3S)-hydroxybupropion is a DAT (dopamine transporter) and NET(norepinephrine transporter) transporters inhibitor, and nAChR family modulator. (2S,3S)-hydroxybupropion is a major metabolite of bupropion. Hydroxybupropions were reported to contribute to antidepressant and perhaps smoking cessation activities. Both (2S,3S) and (2R,3R) metabolites reverse affective and somatic withdrawal signs in nicotine-dependent mice, but (2S,3S)-hydroxybupropion is more potent. (2S,3S)-hydroxybupropion significantly decreases the development of nicotine reward in mice. |