SB-408124 was used to block orexin A-mediated cardiovascular effects in rats.It was used to study block the increase of endogenous glucose production mediated by bicuculline in rats.
Biochem/physiol Actions
SB-408124 blocks the orexin type 1 receptor that stimulates the production of stress hormone in hypothalamus. It blocks orexin A-induced increase in arterial pressure and elevation of heart rate in rats. SB-408124 modulates phrenic nerve activity that is important in respiration.
SB 408124 is an OX1 orexin receptor antagonist.
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