Application

Tolvaptan has been used as a V2-selective antagonist for studying its effect on hypertension in mice.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Tolvaptan (OPC 41061) is a potent, orally active non-peptide vasopressin V2 selective antagonist. IC50 = 3 nM at the rat V2 receptor; 29 times more selective for the V2 than for V1a. Tolvaptan has also been shown to inhibit the development of polycystic kidney disease in several animal models.

Features and Benefits

This compound was developed by Sanofi Aventis. To browse the list of other pharma-developed compounds and Approved Drugs/Drug Candidates, click here.

Packaging

5, 25 mg in glass bottle

Preparation Note

Tolvaptan is soluble in DMSO at a concentration that is greater than or equal to 15 mg/ml.