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Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide trifluoroacetate 

Cat. No.: HY-P0249A Purity: 99.90%
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Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide trifluoroacetate is an activator of K+ current, with ED50 of 23 nM in the peptidergic caudodorsal neurons.

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Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide trifluoroacetate Chemical Structure

Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide trifluoroacetate Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 159237-99-7

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Description

Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide trifluoroacetate is an activator of K+ current, with ED50 of 23 nM in the peptidergic caudodorsal neurons.

IC50 & Target

ED50: 23 nM (K+ current)[1]

In Vitro

In the molluscan central nervous system, Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide (FMRFa) acts on K+ channels in sensory, motor-, and neuroendocrine neurones. Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide activates a novel K+ current that is characterized by a combined voltage- and receptor-dependent gating mechanism, with both factors being necessary for opening of the channels[1]. Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide (1 μM) significantly inhibits glucose stimulated (300 mg/dL) insulin release (p<0.005) and somatostatin release (p<0.01) from the isolated perfused pancreas. Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide (FMRF-NH2) (1 and 10 μM) is without effect on glucagon secretion, either in low glucose (50 mg/dL), high glucose (300 mg/dL), or during arginine stimulation (5 mM)[2].

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In Vivo

Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide (FMRFamide) stimulates growth hormone secretion in conscious OVX rats. The presence of Phe-Met-Arg-Phe amide-like immunoreactivity in neuronal elements in the hypothalamus suggested a role for this in the hypothalamic control of the anterior pituitary function. The injection of 200 ng (313.8 picomoles) of FMRFamide (in 2 uL) produces a significantly increased plasma GH 15 min after injection. The GH-increasing effect of 400-800 ng (627-1255 picomoles) of FMRFamide is already developed after 5 min and lasted up to 30 min[3].

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Molecular Weight

826.81

Formula

C33H44F6N8O8S

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Appearance

Solid

Color

White to off-white

Sequence

Phe-Met-Arg-Phe-NH2

Sequence Shortening

FMRF-NH2

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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

Sealed storage, away from moisture

Powder -80°C 2 years
-20°C 1 year

*In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture)

Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro: 

DMSO : 100 mg/mL (120.95 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

H2O : 20 mg/mL (24.19 mM; Need ultrasonic)

Preparing
Stock Solutions
Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 1.2095 mL 6.0473 mL 12.0947 mL
5 mM 0.2419 mL 1.2095 mL 2.4189 mL
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* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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In Vivo:

Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

    Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (3.02 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

    Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
  • Protocol 2

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

    Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (3.02 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

    Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
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This product has good water solubility, please refer to the measured solubility data in water/PBS/Saline for details.
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Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
H2O / DMSO 1 mM 1.2095 mL 6.0473 mL 12.0947 mL 30.2367 mL
5 mM 0.2419 mL 1.2095 mL 2.4189 mL 6.0473 mL
10 mM 0.1209 mL 0.6047 mL 1.2095 mL 3.0237 mL
15 mM 0.0806 mL 0.4032 mL 0.8063 mL 2.0158 mL
20 mM 0.0605 mL 0.3024 mL 0.6047 mL 1.5118 mL
DMSO 25 mM 0.0484 mL 0.2419 mL 0.4838 mL 1.2095 mL
30 mM 0.0403 mL 0.2016 mL 0.4032 mL 1.0079 mL
40 mM 0.0302 mL 0.1512 mL 0.3024 mL 0.7559 mL
50 mM 0.0242 mL 0.1209 mL 0.2419 mL 0.6047 mL
60 mM 0.0202 mL 0.1008 mL 0.2016 mL 0.5039 mL
80 mM 0.0151 mL 0.0756 mL 0.1512 mL 0.3780 mL
100 mM 0.0121 mL 0.0605 mL 0.1209 mL 0.3024 mL

* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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