General description
Relatively selective blocker of L-type Ca2+ channels. One of the most extensively studied Ca2+ channel blockers of 1,4-dihydropyridine-type and a pharmacologically useful vasodilator. Induces apoptosis in human glioblastoma cells.
Relatively selective blocker of L-type Ca2+ channels. One of the most extensively studied blockers of 1,4-dihydropyridine-type Ca2+ channels, and a pharmacologically-useful vasodilator. Induces apoptosis in human glioblastoma cells.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Cell permeable: no
Primary Target
L-type Ca2+ channels
Product does not compete with ATP.
Reversible: no
Warning
Toxicity: Harmful & Carcinogenic / Teratogenic (E)
Reconstitution
Following reconstitution, refrigerate (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 3 months at -20°C.
Other Notes
Reid, K., et al. 1997. J. Pharmacol. Exp. Ther. 283, 993.
Kondo, S., et al. 1995. J. Neurosurg.82, 469.
Antkiewicz-Michaluk, L., et al. 1994. Eur. J. Pharmacol. 254, 9.
Calabresi, P., et al. 1994. J. Neurosci. 14, 4871.
Akman, M.S., et al. 1993. Endocrinology132, 1286.
Cirillo, M., et al. 1993. Circ. Res.72, 847.
Young, R.J., et al. 1993. Biochim. Biophys. Acta1146, 81.
Janis, R., et al. 1987. Adv. Drug Res.16, 311.
Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
- UPC:
- 51285304
- Condition:
- New
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- WeightUOM:
- LB
- MPN:
- 481981-250MG