Potent bombesin receptor agonist (IC50 values are 0.26, 1.55 and 2.52 nM for BB1, BB2 and BB3 respectively). Enhances glucose transport in obese and diabetic primary myocytes. Also stimulates NCI-H1299 lung cancer cell proliferation in vitro.
(±)-Pregabalin-13C3 serves as an internal standard for the quantification of pregabalin via GC- or LC-MS. Pregabalin, classified as an anticonvulsant and analgesic, presents a potential for abuse and misuse. In the United States, (±)-Pregabalin-13C3 is regulated as a Schedule V compound, indicating restricted use mainly for research and forensic purposes.