Description
Odanacatib is an inhibitor of cathepsin K that displays anti-osteoporotic and anti-resorptive activities. Odanacatib protects bone against periapical infection and disease by preventing pathogenic infection, immune responses, and bone erosion. This compound is currently in clinical trials as a potential treatment for osteoporosis, where it inhibits bone resorption and increases bone mineral density.
References
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Hao L, Chen W, McConnell M, et al. A small molecule, Odanacatib, inhibits inflammation and bone loss caused by endodontic disease. Infect Immun. 2015 Jan 12. [Epub ahead of print]. PMID: 25583522.
Gauthier JY, Chauret N, Cromlish W, et al. The discovery of odanacatib (MK-0822), a selective inhibitor of cathepsin K. Bioorg Med Chem Lett. 2008 Feb 1;18(3):923-8. PMID: 18226527.