Pyridine-like alkaloid. Nicotine agonist. Potent agonist at alpha3beta4 and alpha7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptors and partial agonist at alpha4beta2 nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. Shows analgesic, antihypertensive and inotropic activities. Used for smoking cessation. Might be used for binge-like ethanol drinking cessation. Iron-chelator and hydroxyl radical scavanger. Has antidepressant properties. Used in forensics in novel surface molecular imprinting techniques. Synonyms: (-)-Cytisine, Baptitoxin, NSC 407282, BRN 0083882 CAS Number: 485-35-8 Source: Laburnum anagyroides seeds Molecular Weight: 190.2 Molecular Formula: C11H14N2O Solubility: Ethanol, benzene, acetone or ethyl acetate. Sparingly soluble in water or methanol. Appearance: Supplied as a yellow solid. Purity: 99% (HPLC) Storage and Stability: Store at 4C. Caution: Light-sensitive. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards: All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
Molecular Weight:
190.2
Purity:
99% (HPLC)
Form:
Supplied as a yellow solid.
CAS Number:
[485-35-8]
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