5-ht5 Receptors
Serotonin 5-ht5 receptors are G-protein-coupled receptors that preferentially couple to Gs and promote cAMP formation. Two 5-ht5 receptor subtypes (5-ht5a and 5-ht5b) have been found in rodents, but a functional transcript has not been identified in humans.
5-ht5 Receptor Antagonists |
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Cat. No. | Product Name / Activity |
3188 | SB 699551 |
Selective 5-ht5a antagonist | |
Other |
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Cat. No. | Product Name / Activity |
0458 | 5-Carboxamidotryptamine maleate |
Has high affinity for 5-ht5A and 5-HT7. Also 5-HT1 agonist |
Serotonin 5-ht5 receptors are G-protein-coupled receptors that preferentially couple to Gs and promote cAMP formation. Two 5-ht5 receptor subtypes (5-ht5a and 5-ht5b) have been found in rodents, but a functional transcript of the 5-ht5a receptor has not been identified in humans.
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Literature for 5-ht5 Receptors
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5-HT Receptors Scientific Review
Written by Nicholas M. Barnes and John F. Neumaier, this review summarizes the various serotonin receptor subtypes and their importance in mediating the role of serotonin in numerous physiological and pharmacological processes. Compounds available from Tocris are listed.
Depression Poster
Major depressive disorder is characterized by depressed mood and a loss of interest and/or pleasure. Updated in 2015 this poster highlights presynaptic and postsynaptic targets for the potential treatment of major depressive disorder, as well as outlining the pharmacology of currently approved antidepressant drugs.