MPEP hydrochloride, Potent mGlu5 antagonist; also positive allosteric modulator of mGlu4 receptors, Each

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MPEP hydrochloride is a potent and highly selective non-competitive antagonist at the mGlu5 receptor subtype (IC50 = 36 nM) and a positive allosteric modulator at mGlu4 receptors. Centrally active following systemic administration in vivo. Reverses mechanical hyperalgesia in the inflamed rat hind paw.