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NF449 is a potent and selective antagonist of the P2X1 receptor, a ligand-gated ion channel that is activated by extracellular ATP. When NF449 binds to the P2X1 receptor, it blocks the influx of cations such as calcium and sodium into the cell, thereby inhibiting the downstream signaling cascades that are normally initiated by P2X1 receptor activation. This interference with cellular signaling pathways can have a variety of effects, depending on the specific cell type and context. For example, in platelets, P2X1 receptor activation is involved in the aggregation response to vascular injury, so NF449 can inhibit this process. In smooth muscle cells, P2X1 receptor activation leads to vasoconstriction, so NF449 can relax blood vessels. In neurons, P2X1 receptor activation can lead to the release of neurotransmitters, so NF449 can modulate synaptic transmission. NF449′s ability to selectively block P2X1 receptor function makes it valuable for studying the physiological and pathophysiological roles of this receptor in various cellular processes.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
NF449, 10 mg | sc-478179 | 10 mg | $203.00 | |||
NF449, 25 mg | sc-478179A | 25 mg | $469.00 | |||
NF449, 100 mg | sc-478179B | 100 mg | $1509.00 |