ICA-27243 is a selective, potent and orally active KCNQ2/Q3 potassium channel opener with an EC50 of 0.38 μM. ICA-27243 is less effective at activating KCNQ4 and KCNQ3/Q5. ICA-27243 has antiepileptic and anticonvulsant effects[1][2].
ML418 is the first potent, selective and CNS penetrating blocker of Kir7.1 potassium channel (IC50, 310 nM), which also potently inhibits Kir6.2/SUR1, and exhibits superior selectivity over other Kir channels[1].
Naminidil is a cyanoguanidine KATP opener.
Unoprostone, a prostaglandin F2α analogs (PGAs), activates BK channels to reduce oxidative stress- and light-induced retinal cell death, and phagocytotic dysfunction. Unoprostone reduces intraocular pressure and is used topically for glaucoma or ocular hypertension[1].
5-Hydroxydecanoate sodium is a selective ATP-sensitive K+ (KATP) channel blocker (IC50 of ~30 μM). 5-Hydroxydecanoate sodium is a substrate for mitochondrial outer membrane acyl-CoA synthetase and has antioxidant activity[1][2].
VU0463271 is a potent KCC2 antagonist, with an IC50 of 61 nM.
Meclofenamic acid (Meclofenamate) sodium hydrate is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent. Meclofenamic acid sodium hydrate is a highly selective FTO (fat mass and obesity-associated) enzyme inhibitor. Meclofenamic acid sodium hydrate competes with FTO binding for the m(6)A-containing nucleic acid. Meclofenamic acid sodium hydrate is a non-selective gap-junction blocker. Meclofenamic acid sodium hydrate inhibits hKv2.1 and hKv1.1, with IC50 values of 56.0 and 155.9 μM, respectively[1][2][3][4].
Mesoridazine (TPS-23) benzenesulfonate, a metabolite of Thioridazine (HY-B0965A), acts as an orally active phenothiazine antipsychotic agent. Mesoridazine benzenesulfonate is a potent and rapid open-channel blocker of human ether-a-go-go related gene (hERG) channels and blocks hERG currents with an IC50 of 550 nM (at 0 mV) in human embryonic kidney 293 cells[1].Mesoridazine benzenesulfonate can be used for the research of schizophrenia, as well as certain other psychiatric disorders[1][2].
Nigericin sodium salt is an antibiotic from Streptomyces hygroscopicus that works by acting as an H+, K+, and Pb2+ ionophore.
Agitoxin-2 is a K+ channel inhibitor, with IC50 values of 201 pM and 144 pM for mKV1.3 and mKV1.1, respectively)[1][2].
Eucalyptol-d6 is deuterium labeled Eucalyptol. Eucalyptol is an inhibitor of 5-HT3 receptor ,potassium channel, TNF-α and IL-1β.
Glipizide(K 4024; CP 2872) is used to treat high blood sugar levels caused by a type of diabetes mellitus called type 2 diabetes.Target: Potassium ChannelGlipizide is an oral rapid- and short-acting anti-diabetic drug from the sulfonylurea class. It is classified as a second generation sulfonylurea, which means that it undergoes enterohepatic circulation. Mechanism of action is produced by blocking potassium channels in the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans. By partially blocking the potassium channels, the cell remains depolarized, increasing the time the cell spends in the calcium release stage, which results in signaling leading to calcium influx. The increase in calcium will initiate more insulin release from each beta cell. Sulfonylureas may also cause the decrease of serum glucagon and potentiate the action of insulin at the extrapancreatic tissues [1, 2].
KCC2 blocker 1 is an orally active and selective K+-Cl- cotransporter KCC2 blocker with an IC50 of 1 μM. KCC2 blocker 1 is a benzyl prolinate and has antiepileptic effect[1].
SCH-23390-d3 (R-(+)-SCH-23390-d3) hydrochloride is the deuterium labeled SCH-23390 hydrochloride. SCH-23390 hydrochloride (R-(+)-SCH-23390 hydrochloride) is a potent and selective dopamine D1-like receptor antagonist with Kis of 0.2 nM and 0.3 nM for the D1 and D5 receptor, respectively. SCH-23390 hydrochloride is a potent and high efficacy human 5-HT2C receptor agonist with a Ki of 9.3 nM. SCH-23390 hydrochloride also binds with high affinity to the 5-HT2 and 5-HT1C receptors. SCH-23390 hydrochloride inhibits G protein-coupled inwardly rectifying potassium (GIRK) channels with an IC50 of 268 nM[1][2][3].
CLP290 is an orally available activator of the neuron-specific K+-Cl− cotransporter KCC2, displays potential for treatment of a wide range of neurological and psychiatric indications. CLP290 can significantly lower blood arginine-vasopressin (AVP) and glucose levels in STZ rats[1][2].
Quinidine hydrobromide is an antiarrhythmic agent. Quinidine is a potent, orally active, selective cytochrome P450db inhibitor. Quinidine hydrobromide is also a K+ channel blocker with an IC50 of 19.9 μM. Quinidine hydrobromide can be used for malaria research[1][2][3].
AUT1 is a Kv3 potassium channel modulator, with pEC50s of 5.33 and 5.31 for human recombinant Kv3.1b and Kv3.2a, respectively, exhibits 10-fold lower potency at human recombinant Kv3.3 channel (pEC50, 4.5)[1].
PK-THPP is a potent TWIK-related acid-sensitive K(+) ion channel (TASK-3 ion channel) blocker (IC50s are 35 nM and 300 nM for TASK-3 and TASK-1, respectively)[1]. PK-THPP increases breathing rate and induces respiratory alkalosis in rats[2].
UK-78282, a novel piperidine, potent and selective Kv1.3 blocker with an IC50 of 200 nM. UK-78,282 effectively suppresses human T-lymphocyte activation in vitro. UK-78,282 binds to residues at the inner surface of the channel overlapping the site of action of verapamil[1].
Quinine dihydrochloride is an orally active alkaloid extracted from cinchona bark and can be used in anti-malarial studies. Quinine dihydrochloride is a potassium channel inhibitor that inhibits WT mouse Slo3 (KCa5.1) channel currents evoked by voltage pulses to +100 mV with an IC50 of 169 μM[1][2].
12,14-Dichlorodehydroabietic acid, a chlorinated resin acid, is a potent Ca2+-activated K+ (BK) channel opener. 12,14-Dichlorodehydroabietic acid blocks GABA-dependent chloride entry in mammalian brain and operates as a non-competitive GABAA antagonist. 12,14-Dichlorodehydroabietic acid increases cytosolic free Ca2+ and stimulates transmitter release[1][2].
Doxapram hydrochloride hydrate inhibits TASK-1, TASK-3, TASK-1/TASK-3 heterodimeric channel function with EC50 of 410 nM, 37 μM, 9 μM, respectively.Target: Potassium ChannelDoxapram is a respiratory stimulant. Doxapram (15-150 microM) also evoked 3H overflow in a concentration dependent manner, and doxapram-evoked release was inhibited by the Ca2+ channel blocker nifedipine (5 microM). Analysis of released tritiated compounds suggested that doxapram preferentially stimulated the release of dopamine. Our results indicate that the mechanism of action of doxapram shares similarities with that of hypoxia in the carotid body [1]. Doxapram (1-100 microM) caused rapid, reversible and dose-dependent inhibitions of K+ currents recorded in type I cells (IC50 approximately 13 microM). doxapram was also seen to directly inhibit Ca(2+)-independent K+ currents. Doxapram was a more potent inhibitor of the Ca(2+)-activated K+ currents recorded under control conditions. Doxapram (10 microM) was without effect on L-type Ca2+ channel currents recorded under conditions where K+ channel activity was minimized and was also without significant effect on K+ currents recorded in the neuronal cell line NG-108 15, suggesting a selective effect on carotid body type I cells. The effects of doxapram on type I cells show similarities to those of the physiological stimuli of the carotid body, suggesting that doxapram may share a similar mechanism of action in stimulating the intact organ [2].
ShK toxin blocks voltage-dependent potassium channel (Kv1.3 channel). ShK toxin can be isolated from the whole body extract of the Caribbean sea anemone (Stichodactylu helianthus). ShK toxin competes with dendrotoxin I and α-dendrotoxin for binding to synaptosomal membranes of rat brain, facilitates acetylcholine release. ShK toxin suppresses K+ currents in cultured rat dorsal root ganglion neurons. ShK toxin also inhibits T lymphocyte proliferation[1][2].
Almitrine mesylate, a peripheral chemoreceptor agonist, inhibits selectively the Ca2+-dependent K+ channel.
Maurotoxin is a 34-residue and four disulde-bridged toxin that can be isolated from the chactoid scorpion (Scorpio maurus). Maurotoxin inhibits the Shaker potassium channels (ShB) K+ current with an IC50 of 2 nM[1][2].
Gliclazide D4 (S1702 D4) is the deuterium labeled Gliclazide. Gliclazide (S1702) is a whole-cell beta-cell ATP-sensitive potassium currents blocker with an IC50 of 184 nM. Gliclazide is used as an antidiabetic[1].
Almokalant is a class III antiarrhythmic drug, acts as a potassium channel blocker, and inhibits a specific component (Ikr) of the time-dependent delayed rectifier K+ current.
(Thr4,Gly7)-Oxytocin, an Oxytocin analogue, is a specific OT receptor agonist. (Thr4,Gly7)-Oxytocin also excites subicular neurons via activation of TRPV1 channels, and depression of K+ channels. [1][2].
Mesoridazine (TPS-23) , a metabolite of Thioridazine (HY-B0965A), acts as an orally active phenothiazine antipsychotic agent. Mesoridazine is a potent and rapid open-channel blocker of human ether-a-go-go related gene (hERG) channels and blocks hERG currents with an IC50 of 550 nM (at 0 mV) in human embryonic kidney 293 cells[1].Mesoridazine can be used for the research of schizophrenia, as well as certain other psychiatric disorders[1][2].
SKA-121 is a selective KCa3.1 activator. SKA-121 exhibits EC50s of 109 nM and 4.4 μM for KCa3.1 and KCa2.3, respectively.