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Description: D2-like antagonist; also high affinity 5-HT7 antagonist
Chemical Name: 1-[1-[4,4-Bis(4-fluorophenyl)butyl]-4-piperidinyl]-1,3-dihydro-2H-benzimidazol-2-one
Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
Biological Activity for Pimozide
Pimozide is a dopamine D2-receptor antagonist and antipsychotic which binds with very high affinity to the cloned rat 5-HT7 receptor (Ki = 0.5 nM).
Compound Libraries for Pimozide
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Technical Data for Pimozide
| M. Wt | 461.55 |
| Formula | C28H29F2N3O |
| Storage | Store at RT |
| Purity | ≥98% (HPLC) |
| CAS Number | 2062-78-4 |
| PubChem ID | 16362 |
| InChI Key | YVUQSNJEYSNKRX-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| Smiles | FC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(CCCN1CCC(CC1)N1C(=O)NC2=CC=CC=C12)C1=CC=C(F)C=C1 |
The technical data provided above is for guidance only. For batch specific data refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
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Solubility Data for Pimozide
| Solvent | Max Conc. mg/mL | Max Conc. mM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solubility | |||
| DMSO | 9.23 | 20 |
Preparing Stock Solutions for Pimozide
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 461.55. Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mM | 10.83 mL | 54.17 mL | 108.33 mL |
| 1 mM | 2.17 mL | 10.83 mL | 21.67 mL |
| 2 mM | 1.08 mL | 5.42 mL | 10.83 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.22 mL | 1.08 mL | 2.17 mL |
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References for Pimozide
References are publications that support the biological activity of the product.
Roth et al (1994) Binding of typical and atypical antipsychotic agents to 5-hydroxytryptamine-6 and 5-hydroxytryptamine-7 receptors. J.Pharmacol.Exp.Ther. 268 1403 PMID: 7908055
Merck Index 12 7589
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⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Pimozide, which is known to the State of California to cause reproductive toxicity with developmental effects. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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