Ivermectin (IVM) is an anthelmintic and positive allosteric modulator of α7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. It also shows activity at purinergic P2X4 receptors.
Ivermectin modulates glutamate- and GABA-activated chloride channels and potentiates glycine-gated currents at low concentrations (30 nM).
Shows antimicrobial, anticancer and antiviral activities. Recently investigated as part of COVID-19 compound repurposing.
Use in chemogenetics
Ivermectin selectively activates the chemogenetic glutamate-gated chloride (GluCl) and glycine-gated chloride (GlyCl) channels which silence neuronal activity.
Solubility & Handling
Solubility overview
Soluble in DMSO (50 mM)
Storage instructions
+4°C
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
A Chemogenetic Receptor That Enhances the Magnitude and Frequency of Glycinergic Inhibitory Postsynaptic Currents without Inducing a Tonic Chloride Flux.
Islam et al (2017) ACS Chem Neurosci 8(3) : 460-467