Date published: 2026-4-5

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GABAA R α 2 Activators

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of GABAA R alpha 2 Activators for use in various applications. GABAA R alpha 2 activators are an important category of compounds in neuroscience research, providing insights into the specific functions and regulatory mechanisms of the GABAA receptor's alpha 2 subunit. The GABAA receptor is a pentameric chloride channel that plays a crucial role in mediating inhibitory neurotransmission throughout the central nervous system. The alpha 2 subunit is one of the many subunits that compose the GABAA receptor, and it is known to influence the receptor's biophysical properties. Activators that target this specific subunit are used to enhance the receptor's activity, which can help explain the role of the alpha 2 subunit in synaptic inhibition, neural circuitry modulation, and the overall balance of excitatory and inhibitory signals in the brain. Researchers utilize these activators to study how the alpha 2 subunit contributes to neurophysiological processes, including learning and memory, emotional regulation, and sensory processing. By selectively modulating the activity of GABAA receptors containing the alpha 2 subunit, scientists can gain valuable insights into the receptor's functional diversity and its implications for neurobiology. View detailed information on our available GABAA R alpha 2 Activators by clicking on the product name.
Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

CL 218872

66548-69-4sc-203552
sc-203552A
10 mg
50 mg
$85.00
$319.00
(0)

CL 218872 is characterized by its selective binding affinity to the GABA_A receptor alpha-2 subunit, which modulates neurotransmitter activity. Its unique molecular architecture allows for specific interactions with receptor sites, influencing allosteric modulation. The compound's distinct conformational flexibility enhances its ability to stabilize receptor-ligand complexes, thereby affecting downstream signaling pathways and contributing to its nuanced pharmacodynamics.

GABA

56-12-2sc-203053
sc-203053A
sc-203053B
sc-203053C
10 g
25 g
5 kg
10 kg
$64.00
$136.00
$459.00
$765.00
2
(1)

The natural ligand for GABA(A) receptors, binding of GABA leads to receptor activation, allowing chloride ions to enter the neuron and hyperpolarize it.

TB 21007

207306-50-1sc-204322
sc-204322A
10 mg
50 mg
$172.00
$729.00
(0)

TB 21007 exhibits a remarkable selectivity for the GABA_A receptor alpha-2 subunit, facilitating intricate molecular interactions that enhance its binding efficacy. Its unique structural features promote specific conformational changes within the receptor, optimizing the modulation of inhibitory neurotransmission. The compound's kinetic profile reveals rapid association and dissociation rates, allowing for dynamic regulation of synaptic activity and influencing neuronal excitability in a nuanced manner.

TCS 1205

355022-97-8sc-358561
sc-358561A
10 mg
50 mg
$141.00
$619.00
(0)

TCS 1205 demonstrates a distinctive affinity for the GABA_A receptor alpha-2 subunit, characterized by its ability to induce specific allosteric changes that stabilize receptor conformation. This compound engages in unique hydrogen bonding and hydrophobic interactions, enhancing its binding stability. Its reaction kinetics are marked by a swift onset of action, enabling precise modulation of receptor activity, which contributes to a finely tuned balance of inhibitory signaling within neural circuits.

Zinc

7440-66-6sc-213177
100 g
$48.00
(0)

Zinc ions can modulate GABA(A) receptor activity, potentially enhancing inhibition.

L-838417

286456-42-6sc-211693
sc-211693A
sc-211693B
sc-211693C
sc-211693D
5 mg
10 mg
100 mg
500 mg
1 g
$249.00
$430.00
$3000.00
$13500.00
$19500.00
(0)

L-838417 exhibits a selective binding profile for the GABA_A receptor alpha-2 subunit, facilitating unique conformational shifts that enhance receptor functionality. Its molecular interactions are characterized by a combination of electrostatic and van der Waals forces, promoting a robust affinity. The compound's kinetic properties reveal a rapid association and dissociation rate, allowing for dynamic modulation of synaptic transmission and influencing neural excitability in a nuanced manner.

Muscimol

2763-96-4sc-200460
sc-200460A
5 mg
25 mg
$161.00
$537.00
2
(1)

Muscimol is a direct GABAA Rα2 activator that acts as a GABA analog. By binding to and activating GABAA receptors, including those containing the α2 subunit, Muscimol enhances chloride ion influx, resulting in hyperpolarization and neuronal inhibition.

Terephthalic acid

100-21-0sc-255631
sc-255631A
25 g
100 g
$20.00
$32.00
1
(0)

TPA is an indirect GABAA Rα2 activator that influences PKC signaling. By activating protein kinase C (PKC), TPA indirectly modulates GABAA Rα2 subunit function. PKC-mediated phosphorylation events can enhance GABAA receptor activity, including those with the α2 subunit, through various intracellular pathways.

Etomidate

33125-97-2sc-203577
10 mg
$126.00
(0)

Etomidate is a direct GABAA Rα2 activator that enhances GABAergic neurotransmission. By facilitating GABAA receptor function, including those with the α2 subunit, Etomidate promotes chloride ion influx and hyperpolarization, leading to neuronal inhibition.