Pentylenetetrazol

• CAT Number: I004033
• CAS Number: 54-95-5
• Molecular Formula: C6H10N4
• Molecular Weight: 138.2
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 6,7,8,9-tetrahydro-5H-tetrazolo[1,5-a]azepine
• Target: GABA Receptor
• Solubility: 10 mM in DMSO
• Storage: Store at -20C
• InChIKey: UVNLAUGZMOPBPR-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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.

Reference

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