GRN-529

GRN-529 is a research drug that was developed by Wyeth as a negative allosteric modulator of the metabotropic glutamate receptor 5 (mGluR5).

A study conducted by Pfizer finds that GRN-529 reduced repetitive behaviors without sedation and partially increased sociability in mouse models of autism.

Another study also conducted by Pfizer finds a therapeutically relevant effect in animal models of depression. It is theorized to work by reducing glutamate receptor hyperactivity.