NF023

A suramin analog that acts as a selective G-protein antagonist for α-subunits of the G_o/G_i group (EC₅₀ ~300 nM). Suppresses GTPγS binding to recombinant G-protein α-subunits. Acts by inhibiting the formation of the agonist-specific ternary complex (agonist/receptor/G-protein). NF023 does not interfere with the interaction between α-subunits βγ-dimer but competes with the effector binding site. Also a P2X receptor antagonist (IC₅₀=0.24 µM for P2X1; 8.5 µM for P2X3 receptor in rat muscle).

A suramin analog that acts as a selective and direct G-protein antagonist for α-subunits of the G_o/G_i group (EC₅₀ ~ 300 nM). Suppresses GTPγS binding to recombinant G-protein α-subunits. Acts by inhibiting the formation of the agonist-specific ternary complex (agonist/receptor/G-protein). NF023 does not interfere with the interaction between α-subunits and βγ-dimer but competes with the effector binding site. Also a P2X receptor antagonist (IC₅₀ = 240 nM for P2X1; 8.5 µM for P2X3 receptor in rat muscle). Causes a concentration dependent inhibition of excitatory junction potentials (IC₅₀ = 4.8 pM).

Cell permeable: no

Primary Target
α-subunits of the Go/Gi group of G-protein

Product does not compete with ATP.

Reversible: no

Target IC₅₀: 240 nM for P2X1; 8.5 µM for P2X3 receptor in rat muscle; 4.8 pM in the inhibition of excitatory junction potentials; EC50 ~ 300 nM as G-protein antagonist for α-subunits of the Go/Gi group

Packaged under inert gas

Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)

Following reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Avoid freeze/thaw cycles of solutions.

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Freissmuth, M., et al. 1996. Mol. Pharmacol.49, 602.

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