Cell-permeable. An anti-diabetic agent. ATP-sensitive potassium channel (KATP) blocker. Inhibits KATP currents in the pancreatic beta cells causing an increase in intracellular Ca2+ and insulin secretion.
Molecular Weight:
~494
Solubility:
DMSO (100mM) or EtOH (5mM)
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4 degrees C. For long-term storage, aliquot and store at 4 degrees C. Do not freeze. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.