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BIMU 8 (CAS 134296-40-5)

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Application:
BIMU 8 is a potent full agonist of SR-4
CAS Number:
134296-40-5
Molecular Weight:
378.9
Molecular Formula:
C19H26N4O2•HCl
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
Available in US only.
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BIMU 8 is a potent SR-4 full agonist with a KD of 77 nM and EC50 = 18 nM for wild type SR-4. BIMU 8 binds to receptors in a mechanism different to that of the endogenous ligand 5-HT.


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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

BIMU 8, 5 mg

sc-362714
5 mg
$160.00
US: Only available in the US

BIMU 8, 10 mg

sc-362714A
10 mg
$295.00
US: Only available in the US