ATC-0175 is a drug used in scientific research, which is a selective, non-peptide

antagonist An antagonist is a character in a story who is presented as the chief foe of the protagonist. Etymology The English word antagonist comes from the Greek ἀνταγωνιστής – ''antagonistēs'', "opponent, competitor, villain, enemy, riv ...

at the melanin concentrating hormone receptor MCH₁. In animal studies it has been shown to produce both anxiolytic and

antidepressant Antidepressants are a class of medication used to treat major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, chronic pain conditions, and to help manage addictions. Common side-effects of antidepressants include dry mouth, weight gain, dizziness, hea ...

actions, but without

sedative A sedative or tranquilliser is a substance that induces sedation by reducing irritability or excitement. They are CNS depressants and interact with brain activity causing its deceleration. Various kinds of sedatives can be distinguished, but t ...

or ataxic side effects.

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Antidepressants Anxiolytics Quinazolines Benzamides Fluoroarenes {{Anxiolytic-stub