Ibotenic Acid

A neurotoxic isoxazole (similar to KAINIC ACID and MUSCIMOL) found in AMANITA mushrooms. It causes motor depression, ataxia, and changes in mood, perceptions and feelings, and is a potent excitatory amino acid agonist.

Also Known As:

Acid, Ibotenic; 5-Isoxazoleacetic acid, alpha-amino-2,3-dihydro-3-oxo-

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Excitatory Amino Acid Agonists

Heterocyclic Compounds: 198
- 1-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - Azoles: 2138
    - Isoxazoles: 155
      - Ibotenic Acid: 147
Biological Factors: 2472
- Biological Toxins: 20
  - Mycotoxins: 1745
    - Ibotenic Acid: 147

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Disease

Drug/Important Bio-Agent (IBA)