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Description: 5-HT2A antagonist; also D2 antagonist; atypical antipsychotic
Chemical Name: 2-Methyl-4-(4-methyl-1-piperazinyl)-10H-thieno[2,3-b][1,5]benzodiazepine
Purity: ≥99% (HPLC)
Biological Activity for Olanzapine
Olanzapine is an antagonist of 5-HT2A and dopamine D2 receptors (Ki values are 4 and 11 nM respectively). Also displays affinity for a range of other receptors including D1 and D4, 5-HT2C, α1, H1 and M1-4 receptors (Ki values range between 1.9 and 31 nM). Atypical antipsychotic. Displays anticholinergic properties. Also a highly potent activator of hM4Di DREADDs (EC50 values are 5 nM in vitro and 7 nM in vivo).
Compound Libraries for Olanzapine
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Technical Data for Olanzapine
| M. Wt | 312.43 |
| Formula | C17H20N4S |
| Storage | Store at +4°C |
| Purity | ≥99% (HPLC) |
| CAS Number | 132539-06-1 |
| PubChem ID | 4585 |
| InChI Key | WXPNDRBBWZMPQG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| Smiles | CC4=CC2=C(S4)NC1=CC=CC=C1N=C2N3CCN(C)CC3 |
The technical data provided above is for guidance only. For batch specific data refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Tocris products are intended for laboratory research use only, unless stated otherwise.
Solubility Data for Olanzapine
| Solvent | Max Conc. mg/mL | Max Conc. mM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solubility | |||
| DMSO | 31.24 | 100 | |
| 1eq. HCl | 31.24 | 100 |
Preparing Stock Solutions for Olanzapine
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 312.43. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mM | 3.2 mL | 16 mL | 32.01 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.64 mL | 3.2 mL | 6.4 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.32 mL | 1.6 mL | 3.2 mL |
| 50 mM | 0.06 mL | 0.32 mL | 0.64 mL |
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References for Olanzapine
References are publications that support the biological activity of the product.
Tollefson and Taylor (2000) Olanzapine: preclinical and clinical profiles of a novel antipsychotic agent. CNS Drug Reviews 6 303
Moore et al (1992) The behavioral pharmacology of olanzapine, a novel "atypical" antipsychotic agent. J.Pharmacol.Exp.Ther. 262 545 PMID: 1354253
Bymaster et al (1996) Radioreceptor binding profile of the atypical antipsychotic olanz. Neuropsychopharmacology 14 87 PMID: 8822531
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4 Citations for Olanzapine
Citations are publications that use Tocris products. Selected citations for Olanzapine include:
Czysz et al (2015) Lateral diffusion of Gαs in the plasma membrane is decreased after chronic but not acute antidepressant treatment: role of lipid raft and non-raft membrane microdomains. Nat Methods 40 766 PMID: 25249058
Mitradas M et al (2020) Serotonin 2A (5-HT2A) receptor affects cell-matrix adhesion and the formation and maintenance of stress fibers in HEK293 cells. Sci Rep 10 21675 PMID: 33303826
Joshi and Panicker (2019) Identifying the In Vivo Cellular Correlates of Antipsychotic Drugs. Eneuro 5 PMID: 30713996
Pérez-Gómez et al (2018) A phenotypic Caenorhabditis elegans screen identifies a selective suppressor of antipsychotic-induced hyperphagia. Nat Commun 9 5272 PMID: 30532051
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Literature in this Area
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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.
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