A xanthin derivative that acts as a potent agonist of adenosine A2A receptors (Ki = 27nM). Exhibits reduced affinity for A2B receptors (Ki = 67nM), but offers greater selectivity over A1R (Ki = 290nM) and A3R (88.8uM). Exerts an anti-inflammatory effect during chronic inflammation and ameliorates the tissue damage associated with collagen-induced arthritis. Also shown to reduce CCR7 Protein Expression in THP1 macrophages. Shown to delay the progressive deterioration of motor performance and prevent a reduction in brain weight in murine model of Huntington's disease.
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