trans 2-Phenylcyclopropylamine Hydrochloride (CAS 1986-47-6)

Trans 2-Phenylcyclopropylamine Hydrochloride functions as a selective and irreversible inhibitor of the enzyme monoamine oxidase (MAO). It acts by binding covalently to the active site of MAO, preventing the breakdown of monoamine neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. This inhibition leads to an increase in the levels of these neurotransmitters in the synaptic cleft, resulting in enhanced neurotransmission. By modulating the levels of these neurotransmitters, trans 2-Phenylcyclopropylamine Hydrochloride can be used to study the role of monoamine oxidase in various physiological and pathological processes. Its mechanism of action involves the formation of a covalent bond with the enzyme, thereby altering its function and leading to downstream effects on neurotransmission. Trans 2-Phenylcyclopropylamine Hydrochloride′s function in experimental applications involves elucidating the role of MAO in neurotransmitter metabolism and signaling pathways.