Date published: 2026-5-24

1-800-457-3801

SCBT Portrait Logo
Seach Input

Acetylcholine iodide (CAS 2260-50-6)

0.0(0)
Write a reviewAsk a question

See product citations (1)

Alternate Names:
ACh
Application:
Acetylcholine iodide is an endogenous neurotransmitter at cholinergic synapses
CAS Number:
2260-50-6
Molecular Weight:
273.11
Molecular Formula:
C7H16NO2•I
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

QUICK LINKS

Acetylcholine iodide is a chemical compound that functions as a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. It acts by binding to and activating acetylcholine receptors, nicotinic and muscarinic receptors, leading to the transmission of nerve impulses. Acetylcholine Iodide plays a role in mediating synaptic transmission, neuromuscular junction activity, and other neuronal processes. Acetylcholine iodide′s mechanism of action involves its interaction with postsynaptic receptors, resulting in the depolarization of the postsynaptic membrane and the initiation of action potentials. Acetylcholine Iodide also contributes to the regulation of various physiological functions, including muscle contraction, heart rate, and glandular secretion. In experimental applications, acetylcholine iodide is utilized to study the mechanisms of cholinergic neurotransmission and to investigate the effects of acetylcholine on cellular and molecular processes. Its role in modulating synaptic transmission and neuronal signaling pathways may be useful for understanding the complexities of neurotransmission and related physiological functions.


Acetylcholine iodide (CAS 2260-50-6) References

  1. A comparison of the efficacy of a new asymmetric bispyridinium oxime BI-6 with presently used oximes and H oximes against sarin by in vitro and in vivo methods.  |  Kassa, J. and Cabal, J. 1999. Hum Exp Toxicol. 18: 560-5. PMID: 10523870
  2. Reactivating effect of alpha,omega-bis-(4-pyridinealdoxime)-2-trans-butene dibromide on isopropyl-methylphosphonylated acetylcholinesterase.  |  Patocka, J., et al. 1970. FEBS Lett. 10: 182-184. PMID: 11945389
  3. Effect of adrenalectomy and hydrocortisone on lymph glucose in rats.  |  HUNGERFORD, GF. 1959. Proc Soc Exp Biol Med. 100: 754-6. PMID: 13645708
  4. Vasodepression induced by acetylcholine in the atropinized dog.  |  GARDIER, RW., et al. 1963. Br J Pharmacol Chemother. 20: 579-85. PMID: 13946522
  5. A comparison of the ability of a new bispyridinium oxime--1-(4-hydroxyiminomethylpyridinium)-4-(4-carbamoylpyridinium)butane dibromide and currently used oximes to reactivate nerve agent-inhibited rat brain acetylcholinesterase by in vitro methods.  |  Kuca, K. and Kassa, J. 2003. J Enzyme Inhib Med Chem. 18: 529-35. PMID: 15008517
  6. Oximes-induced reactivation of rat brain acetylcholinesterase inhibited by VX agent.  |  Kuca, K. and Kassa, J. 2004. Hum Exp Toxicol. 23: 167-71. PMID: 15171567
  7. Hydrolysis of acetylthiocholine iodide and reactivation of phoxim-inhibited acetylcholinesterase by pralidoxime chloride, obidoxime chloride and trimedoxime.  |  Zhang, YH., et al. 2007. Arch Toxicol. 81: 785-92. PMID: 17534602
  8. Selective inhibition of human acetylcholinesterase by galanthamine in vitro and in vivo.  |  Thomsen, T. and Kewitz, H. 1990. Life Sci. 46: 1553-8. PMID: 2355800
  9. Biocompatible Choline Iodide Catalysts for Green Living Radical Polymerization of Functional Polymers.  |  Wang, CG., et al. 2018. ACS Macro Lett. 7: 263-268. PMID: 35610904
  10. Behavioral study of chemoreception in the sea star Marthasterias glacialis: structure-activity relationships of lactic acid, amino acids, and acetylcholine.  |  Valentincic, T. 1985. J Comp Physiol A. 157: 537-45. PMID: 3837098
  11. The use of microwave heating to inactivate cholinesterase in the rat brain prior to analysis for acetylcholine.  |  Stavinoha, WB., et al. 1973. J Neurochem. 20: 361-71. PMID: 4698283
  12. Effect of lithium on acetylcholine release and synthesis.  |  Vizi, ES., et al. 1972. Neuropharmacology. 11: 521-30. PMID: 5047942
  13. Evidence for the presence of immunoreactive acetylcholine receptors on human thymus cells.  |  Raimond, F., et al. 1984. J Neuroimmunol. 6: 31-40. PMID: 6200495
  14. Studies of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor protein from rat brain. II. Partial purification.  |  Moore, WM. and Brady, RN. 1977. Biochim Biophys Acta. 498: 331-40. PMID: 884157

Ordering Information

Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Acetylcholine iodide, 5 g

sc-257065
5 g
$62.00