ABT-384 is a potent, selective 11-β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 ( 11β-HSD1 ) inhibitor. ABT-384 exhibits high affinity ( K i 0.1-2.7 nM) against rodent, monkey, and human 11β-HSD1. ABT-384 blocks regeneration of active cortisol. ABT-384 can be used for the research of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) .