NN414, >=98% (HPLC)

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Biochem/physiol Actions

NN414 is a potent Kir6.2/SUR1 selective K-ATP channel opener. Activation of the pancreatic Kir6.2/SUR KATP channels inhibits insulin release to induce beta cell rest, reducing the workload of the beta cell which is thought may prove beneficial for patients with type 2 diabetes. A recent study found that NN414 also triggered burst-like discharges in substantia nigra dopamine neurons. These K-ATP channel enabled burst-like discharges are associated with novelty-dependent exploratory behavior and may also have relevance to Parkinson′s disease.

Features and Benefits

This compound is featured on the Potassium Channels page of the Handbook of Receptor Classification and Signal Transduction. To browse other handbook pages, click here.

Packaging

5, 25 mg in glass bottle