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5.05313

Hexamethonium Bromide

Synonym(s):

Hexamethonium Bromide, Hexane-1,6-bis(trimethylammonium bromide), Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors (nAChRs) Antagonist, Hexamethonium Bromide

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C12H30Br2N2
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
362.19
UNSPSC Code:
12352200
MDL number:
Assay:
≥98% (TLC)
Form:
powder
Storage condition:
OK to freeze, protect from light
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assay

≥98% (TLC)

Quality Segment

form

powder

manufacturer/tradename

Calbiochem®

storage condition

OK to freeze, protect from light

color

white

solubility

H2O: 100 mg/mL

storage temp.

10-30°C

InChI

1S/C12H30N2.2BrH/c1-13(2,3)11-9-7-8-10-12-14(4,5)6;;/h7-12H2,1-6H3;2*1H/q+2;;/p-2

InChI key

FAPSXSAPXXJTOU-UHFFFAOYSA-L

General description

A potent antagonist of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) at pre-ganglionic sites in both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Often used for studying the roles of nicotinic receptors in regulating cardiovascular system.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Primary Target
nAChR

Preparation Note

Following reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 3 months at -20°C.

Other Notes

Dasgupta, X., et al., 2010. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci.103, 6332.
Karavaev, N., et al., 2008. Neurosci. Behav. Physiol.38, 297.
Nelson, E., 1999. J. Physiol.516, 657.
Christ, D. 1980. Br. J. Pharmacol.69, 249.

Legal Information

CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

Disclaimer

Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)


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Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

WGK 2

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable



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