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Tizanidine • HCl (CAS 64461-82-1)

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Alternate Names:
5-Chloro-N-(4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-yl)-2,1,3-benzothiadiazol-4-amine hydrochloride; Tizanidine hydrochloride
Application:
Tizanidine • HCl is a centrally acting α2-adrenergic (α2-AR) agonist
CAS Number:
64461-82-1
Molecular Weight:
290.2
Molecular Formula:
C9H8ClN5S•HCl
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Tizanidine • HCl is a compound utilized in research focused on the central nervous system. It acts principally as an α2 adrenergic receptor agonist, and its use in studies allows for the examination of neurotransmitter inhibition and the modulation of synaptic transmission. The research interest in Tizanidine • HCl lies in its ability to elucidate the pathways involved in the inhibition of motor neurons, which is essential for understanding muscle spasticity mechanisms. Additionally, Tizanidine HCl is used to investigate its effects on nociceptive pathways and pain perception, providing insights into the modulation of sensory neuron activity.


Tizanidine • HCl (CAS 64461-82-1) References

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Tizanidine • HCl, 100 mg

sc-200148
100 mg
$63.00

Tizanidine • HCl, 500 mg

sc-200148A
500 mg
$257.00