Dirlotapide

Description: Dirlotapide (CP742033) is an intestinal selective microsomal triglyceride transfer protein (MTP) inhibitor. It reduces body weight in diabetic dogs.Dirlotapide reduces food intake in a dose-dependent manner, possibly by increasing the release of peptide YY into the circulation. Target: CETP, Others. Smiles: CN(Cc1ccccc1)C(=O)[C@@H](NC(=O)c1cc2cc(NC(=O)c3ccccc3-c3ccc(cc3)C(F)(F)F)ccc2n1C)c1ccccc1. References: Wren JA, et al. Biologic activity of dirlotapide, a novel microsomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitor, for weight loss in obese dogs. J Vet Pharmacol Ther. 2007 Aug,30 Suppl 1:33-42.