Product Description: Norfenfluramine hydrochloride ((±)-Norfenfluramine hydrochloride) is the primary metabolite of Fenfluramine, formed through N-dealkylation of Fenfluramine. Norfenfluramine hydrochloride is also a potent anorexiant. Norfenfluramine hydrochloride can regulate serotonergic neurotransmission. In addition, Norfenfluramine hydrochloride exhibits sedative effects after acute administration[1][2].
Applications: Neuroscience-Neuromodulation
Formula: C10H13ClF3N
References: [1]Martin P, et al. In vitro evaluation of fenfluramine and norfenfluramine as victims of drug interactions. Pharmacol Res Perspect. 2022 Jun;10(3):e00958./[2]Goudie AJ, et al. Chronic anorexic and behavioural effects of the fenfluramine metabolite, norfenfluramine: an evaluation of its role in the actions of fenfluramine. Psychopharmacologia. 1974;38(1):67-74.
CAS Number: 673-18-7
Molecular Weight: 239.67
Research Area: Neurological Disease
Target: Drug Metabolite