Biochem/physiol Actions

Ramatroban is used for the treatment of allergic rhinitis as an antagonist of the thromboxane receptor. It is also an antagonist of the DP2 receptor with IC50 values of 100-170 nM. It is more potent at the DP2 receptor than the TP receptor by 4-5 fold. It is therefore a useful tool for the elucidation of PGD2/DP2 function in eosinophils, basophils, and other cells of the TH2 cell-type.

Ramatroban aids in the reduction of myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury, lipopolysaccharide-induced shock, and vagal neuroeffector transmission in the tracheal smooth muscle of experimental models. In addition, it also suppresses allergen and IgE antibody-mediated skin and nasal reactions and eosinophilia in animal models with asthma.

Features and Benefits

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Packaging

5, 25 mg in glass bottle