| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative names | 3-hydroxy-2-imino-6-piperidin-1-ylpyrimidin-4-amine |
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| Applications | |
| Source | Synthetic |
| Molecular weight | |
| Molecular formula | C9H15N5O |
| Purity | |
| Bioactivity | Activator |
| Activity | |
| Solubility | Soluble to 25 mM in ethanol and to 25 mM in DMSO |
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| InChIKey | |
| Form | White solid |
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Minoxidil is a vasodilator that opens potassium channels, leading to hyperpolarization of cell membranes. In neurodegenerative research, its nitric oxide moiety and ion channel modulation properties have been explored for neurovascular regulation. Minoxidil may influence cerebral blood flow and neuroprotection through vascular mechanisms, although its primary applications remain in cardiovascular and dermatological domains.
Classification: Harmful. May be harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin.
Safety Phrases:
- S22 - Do not breathe dust
- S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
- S24/25- Avoid contact with shin and eyes
Risk Phrases:
R62 - Possible risk of impaired fertility
Hazard Phrases:
H302-H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Phrases:
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Minoxidil (StressMarq Biosciences Inc., Victoria BC CANADA, Catalog # SIH-318)
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2. Olsen E.A., et al. (2007) J Am Acad Dermatol. 57(5): 767.
