Methocarbamol
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Methocarbamol is an orally active central muscle relaxant and blocks muscular Nav1.4 channel. Methocarbamol reversibly affects voltage dependence of inactivation of Nav1.4 channel. Methocarbamol has the potential for muscle spasms and pain syndromes research.
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- Purity: 99.68%
- CAS No.: 532-03-6
- Formula: C11H15NO5
- Molecular Weight:241.24
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Storage:Powder -20°C, 3 years , 4°C, 2 years ; In solvent -80°C, 2 years , -20°C, 1 year
Publications Citing Use of MedChemExpress (MCE) Methocarbamol
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Biological Activity
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Nav1.4 |
Methocarbamol (2 mM; for 20 min) significantly increases the decay times of the EPCs and those of the EPPs induced by the phrenic nerve stimulation[3].
Methocarbamol has no effect on Nav1.7 currents[3].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Animal Model:Mice with weight 20-30 g[3]
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Dosage:200 mg/kg
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Administration:IP; single dose
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Result:Had Muscle relaxant activity of 88.96%.
| NCT Number | Sponsor | Condition | Start Date |
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| NCT01329991 | Plexxikon| | 2011-05 | PHASE1 |
Chemical Information
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CAS No. 532-03-6
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Appearance Solid
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Molecular Weight 241.24
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Formula C11H15NO5
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Color White to off-white
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SMILES
OC(COC1=CC=CC=C1OC)COC(N)=O
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Shipping
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
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Storage
Powder -20°C 3 years 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 2 years -20°C 1 year
Publications (1)
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Journal Impact Factor
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Most Recent
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Cell Rep Methods
RECOVER identifies synergistic drug combinations in vitro through sequential model optimization. [Abstract]2023 Oct 23;3(10):100599. PMID: 37797618
Solvent & Solubility
DMSO : ≥ 100 mg/mL (414.52 mM; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
H2O : 4 mg/mL (16.58 mM; Need ultrasonic)
* "≥" means soluble, but saturation unknown.
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, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
* 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.
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, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
* 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.
Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)
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.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline
Solubility: ≥ 3.5 mg/mL (14.51 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 3.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (35.0 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.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)
Solubility: ≥ 3.5 mg/mL (14.51 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 3.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (35.0 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.
For the following dissolution methods, please prepare the working solution directly:
It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions and use them promptly within a short period of time.
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.
Add each solvent one by one: PBS
Solubility: 25 mg/mL (103.63 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C
Please enter the basic information of animal experiments:
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Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.
Please enter your animal formula composition:
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%DMSO +
Recommended: Keep the proportion of DMSO in working solution below 2% if your animal is weak.
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+%Tween-80 + +
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%Saline +
The co-solvents required include: DMSO, . All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE). , Tween 80. All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE).
Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL
Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL DMSO. Stock solution concentration: mg/mL.
1. Take μL DMSO stock solution;
2. Add μL .
μL , mix evenly;
3. Then add μL Tween 80, mix evenly;
4. Then add μL
Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.
Purity & Documentation
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Data Sheet (273 KB)
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References
[1]. Bruce, R.B., L.B. Turnbull, and J.H. Newman, Metabolism of methocarbamol in the rat, dog, and human. J Pharm Sci, 1971. 60(1): p. 104-6. [Content Brief]
[2]. Sica, D.A., et al., Pharmacokinetics and protein binding of methocarbamol in renal insufficiency and normals. Eur J Clin Pharmacol, 1990. 39(2): p. 193-4. [Content Brief]
[3]. Yaxin Zhang, et al. Methocarbamol blocks muscular Na v 1.4 channels and decreases isometric force of mouse muscles. Muscle Nerve. 2020 Oct 11. [Content Brief]
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, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.
| Optional Solvent | Concentration Solvent Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg | 25 mg |
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| H2O / DMSO | 1 mM | 4.1452 mL | 20.7262 mL | 41.4524 mL | 103.6310 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.8290 mL | 4.1452 mL | 8.2905 mL | 20.7262 mL | |
| 10 mM | 0.4145 mL | 2.0726 mL | 4.1452 mL | 10.3631 mL | |
| 15 mM | 0.2763 mL | 1.3817 mL | 2.7635 mL | 6.9087 mL | |
| DMSO | 20 mM | 0.2073 mL | 1.0363 mL | 2.0726 mL | 5.1816 mL |
| 25 mM | 0.1658 mL | 0.8290 mL | 1.6581 mL | 4.1452 mL | |
| 30 mM | 0.1382 mL | 0.6909 mL | 1.3817 mL | 3.4544 mL | |
| 40 mM | 0.1036 mL | 0.5182 mL | 1.0363 mL | 2.5908 mL | |
| 50 mM | 0.0829 mL | 0.4145 mL | 0.8290 mL | 2.0726 mL | |
| 60 mM | 0.0691 mL | 0.3454 mL | 0.6909 mL | 1.7272 mL | |
| 80 mM | 0.0518 mL | 0.2591 mL | 0.5182 mL | 1.2954 mL | |
| 100 mM | 0.0415 mL | 0.2073 mL | 0.4145 mL | 1.0363 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.