Chirality

Chemistry

The property of a molecule that is non-superimposable on its mirror image. Enantiomers can have dramatically different pharmacological activity, potency, and toxicity profiles.

Ví dụ

  • S-omeprazole (esomeprazole)
  • R/S-warfarin (different potency)
  • Thalidomide (R-sedative, S-teratogenic)

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The property of a molecule that is non-superimposable on its mirror image. Enantiomers can have dramatically different pharmacological activity, potency, and toxicity profiles.