Compound Q&A
What is Agomelatine (CAS: 138112-76-2)?
Answer
Agomelatine is a novel antidepressant medication with the chemical formula C19H21NO3S. It is a melatonergic agent that modulates serotonin and melatonin receptors, making it effective in treating major depressive disorder. Agomelatine is known for its dual mechanism of action, targeting both serotonin 5-HT2A receptors and melatonin MT1/MT2 receptors.
About
CAS No
138112-76-2
English Name
Agomelatine
Molecular Formula
C15H17NO2
Molecular Weight
243.31 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)NCCC1=CC=CC2=C1C=C(C=C2)OC
InChIKey
YJYPHIXNFHFHND-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07