Veratridine
Na channel activator
Product Specifications
Background
Veratridine is a steroid-derived alkaloid that functions as a neurotoxin by activating sodium channels. It binds to intramembrane receptor site 2 thereby increasing intracellular Ca2+ concentration.
CAS Number
71-62-5
Product Name Alternative
(3β,4α,16β) -4,12,14,16,17,20-Hexahydroxy-4,9-epoxycevan-3-yl 3,4-dimethoxybenzoate
UNSPSC
41116105
Type
Activator
Source
Synthetic
Field of Research
Neuroscience | Ion Channels | Sodium Channels
Purity
>98%
Weight
0.05
Format
White solid
Solubility
Soluble in DMSO (25 mg/ml) or 100% ethanol (25 mg/ml)
Molecular Formula
C36H51NO11
Molecular Weight
673.79
Precautions
Not for use in humans. Not for use in diagnostics or therapeutics. For in vitro research use only.
References & Citations
1. Sperelakis N., Pappano A.J. (1969) J Gen Physiol. 53(1): 97-114.
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