Pentylenetetrazol

For research use only. Not for therapeutic Use.

  • CAT Number: I004033
  • CAS Number: 54-95-5
  • Molecular Formula: C6H10N4
  • Molecular Weight: 138.2
  • Purity: ≥95%
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Pentylenetetrazol (Cat.No:I004033) is a chemical compound used primarily in research settings to induce seizures in animals for the study of epilepsy and seizure disorders. It acts as a central nervous system stimulant and convulsant. Pentylenetetrazol has also been investigated for its potential as a therapeutic agent in certain neurological conditions.


Catalog Number I004033
CAS Number 54-95-5
Synonyms

6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-5H-tetrazolo[1,5-a]azepine

Molecular Formula C6H10N4
Purity ≥95%
Target GABA Receptor
Solubility 10 mM in DMSO
Storage Store at -20C
InChIKey UVNLAUGZMOPBPR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Reference

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<br>[1]. Dhir A, et al. Pentylenetetrazol (PTZ) kindling model of epilepsy. Curr Protoc Neurosci. 2012;Chapter 9:Unit9.37.
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