PD 149163 is a selective, brain penetrating Neurotensin NTR1 receptor agonist. Neurotensin agonists such as PD 149163 block the prepulse inhibition deficits produced by a 5-HT2A and an α1 agonist. As a result, PD 149163 shows pro-cognitive, antipsychotic and anxiolytic effects.
