CAS No. 57149-07-2

Batch: Purity:99.70
Naftopidil  Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
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Chemical Information

CAS Number 57149-07-2
Molecular Formula

C24H28N2O3

Molecular Weight (MW) 392.49
SMILES COC1=CC=CC=C1N2CCN(CC2)CC(COC3=CC=CC4=CC=CC=C43)O

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

Naftopidil is a selective α1-adrenergic receptor antagonist with affinity for α1A-adrenoceptors (Ki 3.7 nM), α1B-adrenoceptors (Ki 20 nM), and α1D-adrenoceptors (Ki 1.2 nM). By inhibiting α1-adrenergic receptor activation, it suppresses norepinephrine-induced intracellular calcium mobilization and downstream signaling pathways. Consequently, naftopidil relaxes vascular and prostatic smooth muscle tissues by inhibiting adrenergic-mediated contractile responses.

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Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
DMSO 17 mg/mL (43.31 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.)
Water Insoluble
Ethanol Insoluble
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).

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Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.