Abstract:
A series of isoindoline derivatives were designed, synthesized, and evaluated for their double inhibitory activities. All of them were new compounds, and their structures were confirmed by
1H NMR and HR-MS. Preliminary
in vitro pharmacological tests showed that all compounds exhibited 5-HT or NE reuptake inhibition activity. Among the tested compounds, compound
I-3 exhibited potent inhibitory activity against 5-HT and NE reuptake
in vitro, and exhibited potent antidepressant activity
in vivo. These compounds designed can be further optimized for finding more potent 5-HT/NE dual reuptake inhibitors and antidepressant candidates as well.