Verruculogen is a mycotoxin initially produced by species of Aspergillus; it is considered a tremorgenic indole alkaloid and may induce development of neurological disorders. Verruculogen inhibits Ca2+-activated K+ (BK) channels and may also act as an antagonist on GABA-A receptors, binding at or near the Cl- channel.
| Cas No. | 12771-72-1 |
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| Purity | ≥95% |
| Formula | C27H33N3O7 |
| Formula Wt. | 511.57 |
| Melting Point | 230-233°C |
| Solubility | DMSO, Methanol, Ethanol |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Store Temp | 4°C |
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| Ship Temp | Ambient |
| Info Sheet | V1870 Info Sheet PDF |
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