Date published: 2026-2-14

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OR3A1 Activators

Forskolin directly stimulates adenylyl cyclase, leading to an uptick in cAMP levels, a critical secondary messenger that bolsters GPCR signaling and, consequently, OR3A1 receptor activity. Substances like IBMX, theophylline, caffeine, zaprinast, rolipram, and BAY 60-7550, function as phosphodiesterase inhibitors. Their role in impeding cAMP degradation results in heightened intracellular signaling strength, which has the potential to amplify OR3A1 receptor activation. Compounds like prostaglandin E2 engage with their specific GPCRs to elevate cAMP concentrations, which in turn may sway OR3A1 receptor signaling. This modulation reflects a common theme among these activators: the manipulation of cAMP levels, whether by promoting its production or preventing its breakdown, which serves as a pivotal point of control in the regulation of OR3A1.

Histamine and adenosine, each binding to their respective GPCRs, set off signaling cascades that result in increased cAMP or calcium levels, which can indirectly impinge on the operational dynamics of OR3A1. Isoproterenol, acting as a synthetic beta-adrenergic agonist, also boosts cAMP production, potentially leading to an upsurge in OR3A1 signaling. Glucagon further underscores this commonality, as it acts through its own GPCR to ratchet up cAMP levels, influencing OR3A1 activity in the process.

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Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

IBMX

28822-58-4sc-201188
sc-201188B
sc-201188A
200 mg
500 mg
1 g
$260.00
$350.00
$500.00
34
(1)

A non-selective inhibitor of phosphodiesterases, preventing cAMP breakdown, which can indirectly increase OR3A1 activity.

Theophylline

58-55-9sc-202835
sc-202835A
sc-202835B
5 g
25 g
100 g
$20.00
$32.00
$85.00
6
(0)

A phosphodiesterase inhibitor that can raise cAMP levels, thus potentially enhancing the signaling of OR3A1.

Caffeine

58-08-2sc-202514
sc-202514A
sc-202514B
sc-202514C
sc-202514D
50 g
100 g
250 g
1 kg
5 kg
$33.00
$67.00
$97.00
$192.00
$775.00
13
(1)

Similar to theophylline, as a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, caffeine can increase intracellular cAMP, affecting OR3A1.

PGE2

363-24-6sc-201225
sc-201225C
sc-201225A
sc-201225B
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
50 mg
$57.00
$159.00
$275.00
$678.00
37
(1)

Prostaglandin E2 binds to its GPCR and can raise cAMP levels, influencing OR3A1 receptor activity.

Histamine, free base

51-45-6sc-204000
sc-204000A
sc-204000B
1 g
5 g
25 g
$94.00
$283.00
$988.00
7
(1)

Activates GPCRs that can increase intracellular calcium, which can modulate OR3A1 activity indirectly.

Isoproterenol Hydrochloride

51-30-9sc-202188
sc-202188A
100 mg
500 mg
$28.00
$38.00
5
(0)

A synthetic beta-adrenergic agonist that can stimulate cAMP production, potentially enhancing OR3A1 signaling.

Adenosine

58-61-7sc-291838
sc-291838A
sc-291838B
sc-291838C
sc-291838D
sc-291838E
sc-291838F
1 g
5 g
100 g
250 g
1 kg
5 kg
10 kg
$34.00
$48.00
$300.00
$572.00
$1040.00
$2601.00
$4682.00
1
(0)

Through its GPCRs, adenosine can increase cAMP, which can modulate OR3A1 activity.

Zaprinast (M&B 22948)

37762-06-4sc-201206
sc-201206A
25 mg
100 mg
$105.00
$250.00
8
(2)

A phosphodiesterase inhibitor that increases cAMP levels and can enhance GPCR signaling, including OR3A1.

Rolipram

61413-54-5sc-3563
sc-3563A
5 mg
50 mg
$77.00
$216.00
18
(1)

Inhibits phosphodiesterase-4, increasing cAMP concentration, potentially affecting OR3A1 signaling.

Glucagon trifluoroacetic acid salt

9007-92-5 (free base)sc-495801
1 mg
$480.00
(0)

A hormone that acts through its GPCR to increase cAMP, which can affect OR3A1 activity.