Irindalone
Irindalone is a predominantly selective drug|peripherally acting], highly potent, and selective serotonin 5-HT2 receptor antagonist which was under development for the treatment of hypertension but was never marketed. It is known to act as a serotonin 5-HT2A and 5-HT2C receptor antagonist. In addition, unlike ketanserin and cinanserin, the drug blocks the serotonin receptors in the rat fundus strip, which may correspond to the serotonin 5-HT2B receptor. It shows weak affinity for the α1-adrenergic receptor, where it is antagonistic as well. Irindalone was first described in the scientific literature by 1988. It reached phase 2 clinical trials for hypertension prior to the discontinuation of its development in 1989. In addition to hypertension, irindalone was later studied in the early 2000s for use in combination with a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor to augment serotonin levels via serotonin 5-HT2C receptor blockade and enhance antidepressant efficacy.