DL-Methyldopa
DL-Methyldopa (rac α-Methyl DOPA) (Compound 14) is a centrally acting α2-adrenergic receptor agonist. DL-Methyldopa can serve as an intermediate in neurotransmitter biosynthesis. DL-Methyldopa can be used in research on neurological diseases[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
55-40-3
Product Name Alternative
Rac α-Methyl DOPA
UNSPSC
12352005
Hazard Statement
H302-H312-H332
Target
Adrenergic Receptor
Related Pathways
GPCR/G Protein; Neuronal Signaling
Field of Research
Neurological Disease
Smiles
O=C(C(C)(CC1=CC=C(C(O)=C1)O)N)O
Molecular Formula
C10H13NO4
Molecular Weight
211.21
Precautions
P261-P264-P270-P271-P280-P302+P352-P304+P340-P330-P363-P501
References & Citations
[1]Kang-Yell Choi, et al. Compositions and methods for suppressing and/or treating neurodegenerative diseases and/or a clinical condition thereof.WO2021090172 A1. 2022-05-04.
Shipping Conditions
Room temperature
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
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