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Nimodipine (CAS 66085-59-4)

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Application:
Nimodipine is an L-type calcium channel protein inhibitor
CAS Number:
66085-59-4
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
418.45
Molecular Formula:
C21H26N2O7
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Nimodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker that selectively interacts with voltage-gated calcium channels, particularly L-type calcium channels. Its primary mechanism of action revolves around the modulation of calcium influx through these channels, which are for various physiological processes, including muscle contraction, neurotransmitter release, and gene expression.


Nimodipine (CAS 66085-59-4) References

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Nimodipine, 100 mg

sc-201464
100 mg
$61.00

Nimodipine, 1 g

sc-201464A
1 g
$307.00