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2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine (CAS 5638-76-6)

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Alternate Names:
Betahistine
Application:
2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine is a histidine analog and H1 receptor agonist
CAS Number:
5638-76-6
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
136.19
Molecular Formula:
C8H12N2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine is a strong affinity histamine H3 receptor antagonist and weak affinity agonist of histamine H1 receptors.


2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine (CAS 5638-76-6) References

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2-(2-Methylaminoethyl)pyridine, 5 g

sc-254040
5 g
$101.00