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Dihydroergotamine Methanesulfonate Salt (CAS 6190-39-2)

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Alternate Names:
Dihydergot; Dihytamine
Application:
Dihydroergotamine Methanesulfonate Salt is a competitive serotonin antagonist and vasoconstrictor
CAS Number:
6190-39-2
Molecular Weight:
679.8
Molecular Formula:
C33H37N5O5•CH3SO3H
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Dihydroergotamine Methanesulfonate Salt functions as a potent vasoconstrictor. It acts by binding to and activating serotonin receptors, particularly the 5-HT1B and 5-HT1D subtypes, leading to the constriction of blood vessels. This mechanism of action results in the reduction of blood flow in the cranial vessels, which may be relevant in certain experiment. Dihydroergotamine Methanesulfonate Salt has an affinity for dopamine receptors, although its precise role in this interaction is not fully understood.


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Dihydroergotamine Methanesulfonate Salt, 10 mg

sc-294343
10 mg
$42.00

Dihydroergotamine Methanesulfonate Salt, 25 mg

sc-294343A
25 mg
$48.00

Dihydroergotamine Methanesulfonate Salt, 100 mg

sc-294343B
100 mg
$93.00