Date published: 2026-4-24

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GABAA R α 5 Activators

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of GABA A Rα5 Activators for use in various applications. GABA A receptors containing the α5 subunit are an essential component of the inhibitory neurotransmission system within the central nervous system, primarily associated with modulating cognitive functions, including learning and memory. These receptors, localized mainly in the hippocampus, play a significant role in regulating the balance between excitatory and inhibitory signals in neural circuits, influencing synaptic plasticity and overall brain function. GABA A Rα5 Activators are vital tools in scientific research, enabling researchers to selectively enhance the activity of these specific receptor subtypes to explore their impact on neural processes and behavioral outcomes. By activating GABA A Rα5, scientists can investigate how these receptors contribute to cognitive functions, synaptic modulation, and their potential involvement in neurological conditions such as anxiety, cognitive deficits, and neurodegenerative diseases. These activators are widely utilized in electrophysiological studies, behavioral research, and pharmacological experiments to study the specific roles of GABA A Rα5 in brain function and its interaction with other receptor systems. Additionally, GABA A Rα5 Activators are invaluable for research aimed at understanding the potential of modulating these receptors in enhancing cognitive function and treating disorders related to impaired inhibitory neurotransmission. View detailed information on our available GABA A Rα5 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 acts as a selective modulator of the GABA_A receptor, specifically engaging with the alpha-5 subunit. Its unique structural features enable precise binding interactions that stabilize specific receptor conformations, influencing the gating mechanisms of ion channels. The compound demonstrates notable reaction kinetics, characterized by a delayed onset and prolonged effects on synaptic inhibition, thereby modulating neuronal excitability and synaptic plasticity in distinct pathways.

TB 21007

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

TB-21007 is an α5 subunit-selective modulator, influencing the activity of GABAA Rα5 through its unique binding and modulation characteristics.

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 is a selective allosteric modulator of the GABA_A receptor, particularly targeting the alpha-5 subunit. Its unique binding profile enhances receptor affinity, promoting a distinct conformational state that alters ion channel dynamics. This compound exhibits intricate molecular interactions that fine-tune synaptic transmission, leading to specific alterations in neurotransmitter release and receptor desensitization kinetics, ultimately influencing neural circuit behavior.