Azure B
Catalog No. A44652

Azure B is a potent and selective reversible inhibitor of monoamine oxidase A (MAO-A), exhibiting IC50 values of 11 nM for recombinant human MAO-A and 968 nM for MAO-B. As the major metabolite of Methylene blue, Azure B plays a crucial role in the synthesis of Azure eosin stains, commonly used for blood smear staining. This compound also demonstrates significant antidepressant-like effects, making it a valuable reagent for research in neuropharmacology and the study of mood disorders.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A44652 |
|---|---|
| M. Wt | 305.83 |
| Formula | C15H16ClN3S |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 531-55-5 |
| Synonyms | Azure B chloride |
| SMILES | CNC1=CC2=[S+]C3=C(C=CC(N(C)C)=C3)N=C2C=C1.[Cl-] |
Biological Activity
| Description | Azure B is a potent and selective reversible inhibitor of monoamine oxidase A (MAO-A), exhibiting IC50 values of 11 nM for recombinant human MAO-A and 968 nM for MAO-B. As the major metabolite of Methylene blue, Azure B plays a crucial role in the synthesis of Azure eosin stains, commonly used for blood smear staining. This compound also demonstrates significant antidepressant-like effects, making it a valuable reagent for research in neuropharmacology and the study of mood disorders. |
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