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MTPG (CAS 169209-66-9)

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Alternate Names:
(RS)-α-Methyl-4-tetrazolylphenylglycine
Application:
MTPG is a group II/group III mGluR antagonist
CAS Number:
169209-66-9
Molecular Weight:
233.23
Molecular Formula:
C10H11N5O2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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MTPG is a group II/group III mGlu antagonist, showing selectivity for group II in electrophysiological studies. MTPG is a potent antagonist for (1S,3S)-ACPD-sensitive receptors; preference for group II mGluR.


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Ordering Information

Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

MTPG, 5 mg

sc-204106
5 mg
$119.00

MTPG, 50 mg

sc-204106A
50 mg
$709.00