Selective and competitive M2 muscarinic receptor antagonist. Selective for M2 over M3 (Ki values are 64 and 786 nM respectively). Shows selectivity for cardiac muscarinic receptors. Shows hypertensive actions and increases heart rate in cold-stressed rats.
Solubility & Handling
Storage instructions
Room temperature
Solubility overview
Soluble in DMSO (25mM, gentle warming)
Important
This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use. Not for human or veterinary use.
Blood pressure and heart rate are increased by AF-DX 116, a selective M2 antagonist, in autonomic imbalanced and hypotensive rats caused by repeated cold stress.
Hata T et al (2001) Jpn J Pharmacol 85(3) : 313-21.