Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Begacestat (CAS: 769169-27-9)?
Answer
Begacestat is mainly used as a drug for treating Alzheimer's disease. It acts as an inhibitor of gamma-secretase, which is involved in the production of amyloid-beta peptides. Begacestat is currently in clinical trials and has shown promising results in reducing amyloid plaques in the brain.
About
CAS No
769169-27-9
English Name
Begacestat
Molecular Formula
C9H8ClF6NO3S2
Molecular Weight
391.74 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(SC(=C1)Cl)S(=O)(=O)NC(CO)C(C(F)(F)F)C(F)(F)F
InChIKey
PSXOKXJMVRSARX-SCSAIBSYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-24 16:21
