Adenosine A1 receptor: Functional receptor-receptor interactions in the brain

The mouse brain adenosine A1 receptor: functional expression and pharmacology.

The adenosinergic system is involved in many important physiological functions. Adenosine exerts its extracellular effects through four types of G-protein-coupled receptors: A(1), A(2A), A(2B) and A(3). Adenosine acts as an important regulator of metabolic processes. In the brain adenosine mediates prominent neuroprotective functions via the adenosine A(1) receptor. Whereas the pharmacological ...

Role of Adenosine receptor in lung cancer

Summary: Adenosine through adenosine receptor have a crucial role in biology of lung cancer. Recent study indicated adenosine receptors have a crucial role in various aspect of lung cancer from cell growth and metastasis to modulation of apoptosis and it could be considered as a potential candidate for treatment of the lung cancer.

Selective Inhibitory Effect of Adenosine A1 Receptor Agonists on the Proliferation of Human Tumor Cell Lines

Background: In this study, the effects of three structural analogues of adenosine upon proliferation of human tumor cells were investigated. Previous research showed a cytotoxic effect of adenosine via A3 receptor and A1 receptor and sometimes this effect was receptor independent. The researches showed a differential cytotoxic effect of adenosine and its A3 agonists on cancerous cells, while ot...

PET imaging of adenosine A1 receptor occupancy.

Anxiolytic properties of A1 adenosine receptor PAMs

Anxiety and anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions worldwide. Despite the high prevalence rates, anxiety is often an underestimated and undertreated clinical problem. Current treatment strategy for the management of anxiety mainly involves the use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and benzodiazepines. Although widely prescribed and effective in reducing...