JNJ-20788560 is a selective and orally active delta opioid receptor agonist with an affinity of 2.0 nM for DOR (rat brain cortex binding assay). JNJ-20788560 also is a potent and efficacious antihyperalgesic agent that does not produce respiratory depression, pharmacologic tolerance, or physical dependence. JNJ-20788560 can be used for the research of the relief of inflammatory hyperalgesia.