Methocarbamol-d3

Methocarbamol-d3 is the deuterium labeled Methocarbamol. Methocarbamol is an orally active central muscle relaxant and blocks muscular Nav1.4 channel. Methocarbamol reversibly affects voltage dependence of inactivation of Nav1.4 channel. Methocarbamol has the potential for muscle spasms and pain syndromes research[1][2][3].

Stable heavy isotopes of hydrogen, carbon, and other elements have been incorporated into drug molecules, largely as tracers for quantitation during the drug development process. Deuteration has gained attention because of its potential to affect the pharmacokinetic and metabolic profiles of drugs^[1].

References:
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[3]. Sica, D.A., et al., Pharmacokinetics and protein binding of methocarbamol in renal insufficiency and normals. Eur J Clin Pharmacol, 1990. 39(2): p. 193-4.
[4]. Yaxin Zhang, et al. Methocarbamol blocks muscular Na v 1.4 channels and decreases isometric force of mouse muscles. Muscle Nerve. 2020 Oct 11.