Synonyms: ACT-293987 | NS-304 | Uptravi®
selexipag is an approved drug (FDA (2015), EMA (2016))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Selexipag represents a first-in-class selective, long-acting, oral prostacyclin IP receptor agonist. This compound is a prodrug, with the active molecule being MRE-269.
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