Lofepramine
Tocris Bioscience, part of Bio-Techne | Catalog # 2545
5-HT and NA reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)
Discontinued Product
2545 has been discontinued.
View all 5-HT Transporter Inhibitors products.
Key Product Details
Description
5-HT and NA reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)
Alternative Names
Lopramine,Leo 640
Product Description
Lofepramine is a serotonin and noradrenalin re-uptake inhibitor (SNRI) that is metabolized to desipramine. Produces inhibition of liver tryptophan pyrollase activity in vitro and displays antidepressant properties in vivo.Product Specifications
Molecular Weight
418.97
Formula
C26H27N2OCl
Storage
Store at +4°C
Purity
≥99% (HPLC)
Chemical Name
1-(4-Chlorophenyl)-2-[[3-(10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenz(Z)[b,f]azepin-5-yl)propyl]methylamino]ethanone
CAS Number
23047-25-8
PubChem ID
3947
InChI Key
SAPNXPWPAUFAJU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CN(CCCN1C2=CC=CC=C2CCC2=CC=CC=C12)CC(=O)C1=CC=C(Cl)C=C1
The technical data provided above is for guidance only. For batch specific data refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Solubility
| Solvent | Max Conc. mg/mL | Max Conc. mM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solubility | |||
| DMSO | 31.42 | 75 | |
| Ethanol | 4.19 | 10 |
Preparing Stock Solutions
for Lofepramine
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 418.97
Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which all affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.75 mM | 3.18 mL | 15.91 mL | 31.82 mL |
| 3.75 mM | 0.64 mL | 3.18 mL | 6.36 mL |
| 7.5 mM | 0.32 mL | 1.59 mL | 3.18 mL |
| 37.5 mM | 0.06 mL | 0.32 mL | 0.64 mL |
Calculators
Molarity Calculator
Dilution Calculator
Reconstitution Calculator
Background References
References are publications that support the biological activity of the product.
- Badawy The effects of lofepramine and desmethylimipramine on tryptophan metabolism and disposition in the rat Biochem.Pharmacol. 1991 PMID: 1867646
- Kelly and Leonard An investigation of the antidepressant properties of lofepramine and its desmethylated metabolites in the forced swim and olfactory bulbectomized rat models of depression. Eur.Neuropsychopharmacol. 1999 PMID: 10082234
- Leonard A comparison of the pharmacological properties of the novel tricyclic antidepressant lofepramine with its major metabolite, desipramine: a review. Int.Clin.Psychopharmacol. 1987 PMID: 2891742
Product Specific Notices for Lofepramine
For research use only
Loading...
Loading...