Activation of σ1-Receptors by R-Ketamine May Enhance the Antidepressant Effect of S-Ketamine
Ketamine is a racemic mixture composed of two enantiomers, S-ketamine and R-ketamine. In preclinical studies, both enantiomers have exhibited antidepressant effects, but these effects are attributed to distinct pharmacological activities. The S-enantiomer acts as an NMDA-channel blocker and as an op...
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MDPI AG
2023-09-01
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9059/11/10/2664 |