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Monacrin (aminoacridine)

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Monacrin (generic name: aminoacridine) is a aminoacridine drug. It is currently in unknown development.

Monacrin works by inhibiting the activity of Ribosyldihydronicotinamide dehydrogenase [quinone], an enzyme that plays a crucial role in cellular energy production.

Monacrin is a small molecule with the synonym 9-Aminoacridine. It is one of several chemical compounds known as aminoacridines, which include 2-Aminoacridine, 3-Aminoacridine, and 4-Aminoacridine.

At a glance

Generic nameaminoacridine
Drug classaminoacridine
TargetRibosyldihydronicotinamide dehydrogenase [quinone], Amine oxidase [flavin-containing] A, Trypanothione reductase
Therapeutic areaOther
Phaseunknown

Mechanism of action

Think of it like a car engine: Ribosyldihydronicotinamide dehydrogenase [quinone] is like the fuel pump that helps generate energy for the cell. Monacrin is like a brake that slows down the fuel pump, reducing the cell's energy production. This can be beneficial in certain situations, but it also means the cell may not be able to function properly.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about Monacrin

What is Monacrin?

Monacrin (aminoacridine) is a aminoacridine drug.

How does Monacrin work?

Monacrin works by inhibiting the activity of Ribosyldihydronicotinamide dehydrogenase [quinone], an enzyme that plays a crucial role in cellular energy production.

What is the generic name of Monacrin?

aminoacridine is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Monacrin.

What drug class is Monacrin in?

Monacrin belongs to the aminoacridine class. See all aminoacridine drugs at /class/aminoacridine.

What development phase is Monacrin in?

Monacrin is in unknown.

What does Monacrin target?

Monacrin targets Ribosyldihydronicotinamide dehydrogenase [quinone], Amine oxidase [flavin-containing] A, Trypanothione reductase and is a aminoacridine.

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