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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Cyproheptadine hydrochloride is an H₁ antihistamine and serotonin (5‑HT₂) antagonist with anticholinergic and appetite‑stimulating properties. It blocks central and peripheral H₁ receptors and inhibits serotonin‑mediated satiety pathways.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in appetite‑modulation studies, serotonin‑pathway research, allergy‑modelling, migraine‑pathophysiology investigations and antihistamine SAR work.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include sedation, weight gain, dry mouth, dizziness and paradoxical CNS excitation. Handle with CNS‑active antihistamine precautions.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C21H21N·HCl |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 323.9 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 969-33-5 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | cyproheptadine hydrochloride; 969-33-5; Cyproheptadine Hcl; Peritol; Cyproheptadine hydrochloride anhydrous |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 1-methyl-4-(2-tricyclo[9.4.0.03,8]pentadeca-1(15),3,5,7,9,11,13-heptaenylidene)piperidine;hydrochloride |
| InChl Key | ZPMVNZLARAEGHB-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C21H21N.ClH/c1-22-14-12-18(13-15-22)21-19-8-4-2-6-16(19)10-11-17-7-3-5-9-20(17)21;/h2-11H,12-15H2,1H3;1H |
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