Term Name: tilorone
Synonyms: 2,7-bis[2-(diethylamino)ethoxy]-9-fluorenone, 2,7-bis[2-(diethylamino)ethoxy]-9H-fluoren-9-one, tilorona, tilorone, tiloronum
Definition: A member of the class of fluoren-9-ones that is 9H-fluoren-9-one which is substituted by a 2-(diethylamino)ethoxy group at positions 2 and 7. It is an interferon inducer and a selective alpha7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (alpha7 nAChR) agonist. Its hydrochloride salt is used as an antiviral drug.
Ontology: ChEBI [CHEBI:147347]  ( EBI )

Relationships
is a type of: aromatic ether diether fluoren-9-ones tertiary amino compound
has_role: anti-inflammatory agent antineoplastic agent antiviral agent EC 3.1.1.7 (acetylcholinesterase) inhibitor interferon inducer nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonist
inverse is_conjugate_acid_of: tilorone(2+)
is_conjugate_base_of: tilorone(2+)