L-Cycloserine is a chemical compound with various properties and applications.
Basic Information
CAS Number: 339-72-0
Molecular Formula: C3H6N2O2
Molecular Weight: 102.09
English Name: L-Cycloserine
Uses
L-Cycloserine finds significant applications in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the following areas:
Pharmacological Action: L-Cycloserine acts on Escherichia coli and various animal brains, irreversibly inhibiting GABA 5'-phosphate pyridoxal aminotransferase. This action, which is time-dependent, leads to an increase in the content of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the body.
Therapeutic Areas: Due to its unique effect on the GABA system, L-Cycloserine may play a role in treating diseases associated with neurotransmitter imbalances, although specific application areas and therapeutic effects require further research and clinical validation.
