Propentofylline

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Propentofylline
Systematic (IUPAC) name
3-methyl-1-(5-oxohexyl)-7-propylpurine-2,6-dione
Identifiers
CAS number	55242-55-2
ATC code	N06BC02
PubChem	4938
Chemical data
Formula	C15H22N4O3
Mol. mass	306.360 g/mol
Pharmacokinetic data
Bioavailability	?
Metabolism	?
Half life	?
Excretion	?
Therapeutic considerations
Pregnancy cat.	?
Legal status
Routes	?

Propentofylline is a xanthine derivative and phosphodiesterase inhibitor with purported neuroprotective effects. It is being studied as a possible treatment for Alzheimer's disease and multi-infarct dementia.^[1][1]

Propentofylline has also been studied, to a lesser extent, as a possible adjunct in the treatment of ischemic stroke, due to its vasodilating properties.^[1][1]

See also

• Pentoxifylline

References

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