Nipecotic acid ((±)-β-Homoproline)
Catalog No. A66608

Nipecotic acid is a potent inhibitor of GABA uptake in neurons and glial cells, significantly impacting GABAergic neurotransmission. This compound has also been shown to directly activate GABAA-like chloride channels, with an effective concentration (EC50) of approximately 300 μM. Its biological activity makes nipecotic acid valuable for research applications focused on GABAergic signaling and associated neurological processes.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A66608 |
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| M. Wt | 129.16 |
| Formula | C6H11NO2 |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 498-95-3 |
| Synonyms | (±)-β-Homoproline; Hexahydronicotinic acid; 3-Carboxypiperidine |
| SMILES | O=C(C1CNCCC1)O |
Biological Activity
| Description | Nipecotic acid is a potent inhibitor of GABA uptake in neurons and glial cells, significantly impacting GABAergic neurotransmission. This compound has also been shown to directly activate GABAA-like chloride channels, with an effective concentration (EC50) of approximately 300 μM. Its biological activity makes nipecotic acid valuable for research applications focused on GABAergic signaling and associated neurological processes. |
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