Irreversible, high affinity nicotinic acethylcholine receptor (nAChR) antagonist. Neurotoxin. Shows subtype selectivity for α7 over α3β4 receptors.
Shows activity at the heteromeric muscle receptors (αβγδ or αβδε subunits) and neuronal subtypes (α7, α8, α9 subunits, (IC50 values are 1.6 nM and > 3 μM respectively).
Prevents opening of nicotinic receptor-associated ion channels and blocks neuromuscular transmission. Additionally acts as an imaging tool for fluorophore- labeling studies.
Solubility & Handling
Solubility overview
Soluble in water
Storage instructions
-20°C (desiccate)
Storage of solutions
Prepare and use solutions on the same day if possible. Store solutions at -20°C for up to one month if storage is required. Equilibrate to RT and ensure the solution is precipitate free before use.
Shipping Conditions
Stable for ambient temperature shipping. Follow storage instructions on receipt.
Important
This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use. Not for human or veterinary use.
Identification of regions involved in the binding of alpha-bungarotoxin to the human alpha7 neuronal nicotinic acetylcholine receptor using synthetic peptides.