Basmisanil (INN) (developmental code names RG-1662, RO5186582) is a highly selective inverse agonist / negative allosteric modulator of GABA A receptors containing an α 5 subunit developed by Roche for the treatment of cognitive impairments associated with the syndrome Of Down. In August 2015, these are Phase II clinical trials for this indication.
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