Nifedipine
Nifedipine (BAY-a-1040) is a potent calcium channel blocker and agent of choice for cardiac insufficiencies.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
21829-25-4
Product Name Alternative
BAY-a-1040
UNSPSC
12352005
Hazard Statement
H302, H351, H361
Target
Autophagy; Calcium Channel
Type
Reference compound
Related Pathways
Autophagy; Membrane Transporter/Ion Channel; Neuronal Signaling
Applications
COVID-19-immunoregulation
Field of Research
Cardiovascular Disease; Cancer
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/Nifedipine.html
Purity
99.90
Solubility
DMSO : 100 mg/mL (ultrasonic) |H2O : < 0.1 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 80°C)
Smiles
O=C(C1=C(C)NC(C)=C(C(OC)=O)C1C2=CC=CC=C2[N+]([O-])=O)OC
Molecular Formula
C17H18N2O6
Molecular Weight
346.33
Precautions
H302, H351, H361
References & Citations
[1]Ratre MS, et al. Effect of azithromycin on gingival overgrowth induced by cyclosporine A + nifedipine combination therapy: A morphometric analysis in rats. J Indian Soc Periodontol. 2016 Jul-Aug;20 (4) :396-401.|[2]Yu SS, et al. Nifedipine Increases Iron Content in WKPT-0293 Cl.2 Cells via Up-Regulating Iron Influx Proteins. Front Pharmacol. 2017 Feb 13;8:60|[3]Carvajal JA, et al. The Synergic In Vitro Tocolytic Effect of Nifedipine Plus Ritodrine on Human Myometrial Contractility. Reprod Sci. 2017 Apr;24 (4) :635-640.|[4]Liu P, et al. The L-type Ca (2+) Channel Blocker Nifedipine Inhibits Mycelial Growth, Sporulation, and Virulence of Phytophthora capsici. Front Microbiol. 2016 Aug 4;7:1236.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
4°C (Powder, protect from light)
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
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