CAS No. 117-89-5

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Trifluoperazine Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the Trifluoperazine product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 117-89-5
Molecular Formula

C21H24F3N3S

Molecular Weight (MW) 407.50
SMILES CN1CCN(CC1)CCCN2C3=CC=CC=C3SC4=C2C=C(C=C4)C(F)(F)F

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Biological Activity

Trifluoperazine is a small-molecule inhibitor of calmodulin and the dopamine D2 receptor. By binding to dopamine D2 receptors and inhibiting calcium-dependent calmodulin activation, it disrupts downstream G protein-coupled receptor signaling and calmodulin-mediated enzymatic pathways. These inhibitory actions impair intracellular calcium signaling and modulate dopaminergic neurotransmission, leading to altered central nervous system cellular phenotypes and signaling cascade regulation. [1]

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
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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).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.