trans N-Benzyl Paroxetine (CAS 105813-14-7)

trans N-Benzyl Paroxetine is a chemical compound structurally related to paroxetine, a well-known selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This particular analog features a trans configuration of the N-benzyl moiety, which can be a point of study in the field of organic synthesis and chemical biology. Research involving trans N-Benzyl Paroxetine often focuses on structure-activity relationships, where changes in the molecular structure can have significant impacts on the interaction with target proteins or enzymes. The trans configuration provides an opportunity to study the steric and electronic effects on binding affinities and reactivity compared to its cis counterpart or the parent compound. Additionally, trans N-Benzyl Paroxetine can be used in studies aimed at understanding the molecular basis of ligand-receptor interactions within the central nervous system. This compound is also of interest in the synthesis of novel compounds that can serve as probes or lead structures in neuroscience research.