Behavioral pharmacological data with the compound of formula (I), a novel
and selective 5HT2A/2C receptor inverse agonist, demonstrate in vivo
efficacy in models of psychosis and dyskinesias. This includes activity
in reversing MK-801 induced locomotor behaviors, suggesting that this
compound may be an efficacious anti-psychotic, and activity in an MPTP
primate model of dyskinesias, suggesting efficacy as an anti-dyskinesia
agent. These data support the hypothesis that 5HT2A/2C receptor inverse
agonism may confer antipsychotic and anti-dyskinetic efficacy in humans,
and indicate a use of the compound of formula (I) and related agents as
novel therapeutics for Parkinson's Disease, related human
neurodegenerative diseases, and psychosis.