Propafenone (SA-79), a sodium-channel blocker, acts an antiarrhythmic agent. Propafenone also has high affinity for the β receptor (IC50=32 nM)[1]. Propafenone blocks the transient outward current (Ito) and the sustained delayed rectifier K current (Isus) with IC50 values of 4.9 μm and 8.6 μm, respectively[2]. Propafenone suppresses esophageal cancer proliferation through inducing mitochondrial dysfunction and induce apoptosis[3].
NS8593 hydrochloride is a potent and selective small conductance Ca2+-activated K+ channels (SK channels) inhibitor. NS8593 hydrochloride reversibly inhibits SK3-mediated currents with a Kd value of 77 nM. NS8593 hydrochloride inhibits all the SK1-3 subtypes Ca2+-dependently (Kds of 0.42, 0.60, and 0.73 μM, respectively, at 0.5 μM Ca2+), and does not affect the Ca2+-activated K+ channels of intermediate and large conductance (hIK and hBK channels, respectively)[1][2].
Annonacin is an Acetogenin and promotes cytotoxicity via a pathway inhibiting the mitochondrial complex. Annonacin is the active agent found in Graviola leaf extract to act as an inhibitor of sodium/potassium (NKA) and sarcoplasmic reticulum (SERCA) ATPase pumps[1].
Quinidine Monosulfate is an antiarrhythmic agent. Quinidine Monosulfate is a potent, orally active, selective cytochrome P450db inhibitor. Quinidine Monosulfate is also a K+ channel blocker with an IC50 of 19.9 μM. Quinidine Monosulfate can be used for malaria research[1][2][3].
Guanosine 5'-diphosphate (GDP) sodium is a nucleoside diphosphate that activates adenosine 5'-triphosphate-sensitive K + channel. Guanosine 5'-diphosphate sodium is a potential iron mobilizer, which prevents the hepcidin-ferroportin interaction and modulates the interleukin-6 (IL-6)/stat-3 pathway. Guanosine 5'-diphosphate sodium can be used in the research of inflammation, such as anemia of inflammation (AI)[1][2].
OSK-1 is a potent Kv channel blocker with IC50s of of 0.6 nM, 5.4 nM, 0.014 nM for Kv1.1, Kv1.2 and Kv1.3, respectively. OSK1 is a moderate blocker of Ca2+-activated KCa3.1 channel with an IC50 of 225 nM. OSK-1 belongs to α-KTx3 toxins and is used as a immunosuppressive drug[1].
RL648_81 is a specific KQT-like subfamily 2/3 (KCNQ2/3) activator with an EC50 of 190 nM. RL648_81 robustly shifts the V1/2 of KCNQ2/3 channels towards hyperpolarized potentials.RL648_81 does not shift the V1/2 of either KCNQ4 or KCNQ5.RL648_81 has the potential for neurologic disorders associated with neuronal hyperexcitability research[1].
Stromatoxin 1 is an inhibitor of Potassium Channel, a peptide which can be isolated from tarantulas. Stromatoxin 1 selectively inhibits K(V)2.1, K(V)2.2, K(V)4.2, and K(V)2.1/9.3 channels. K(V)2.1 and K(V)2.2, but not K(V)4.2, channel subunits play a key role in opposing both myogenic and neurogenic urinary bladder smooth muscle (UBSM) contractions in rats[1].
DPO-1 is a potent inhibitor of the voltage-gated potassium channel subtype Kv1.5 and a blocker of ultrarapid delayed rectifier potassium current. DPO-1 prevents atrial arrhythmia[1][2].
Vm24-toxin is a toxin peptide that can be isolated from the Mexican scorpion Vaejovis mexicanus smithy. Vm24-toxin is an inhibitor of Kv1.3 potassium channel[1].
SK3 Channel-IN-1 (compound 7a) is a potent and specific SK3 channel modulator. SK3 Channel-IN-1 has efficient effect on breast cancer MDA-MB-435 cell migration while exhibiting low cytotoxicity in other cell lines. SK3 Channel-IN-1 can modulate ion channels’activity in cancer[1].
CyPPA is a positive modulator of hSK3 and hSK2, with EC50 values of 14 μM and 5.6 μM, repectively. CyPPA is inactive on both hSK1 and hIK channels[1][2].
ASP 2905 (ASP2905) is a novel potent, selective, orally bioavailable inhibitor of voltage-gated potassium channel KCNH3 with IC50 of 9.0 nM; displays minimally bound with low affinities to 55 transmembrane proteins; decreases the frequency of spontaneous inhibitory postsynaptic currents in cultured rat hippocampal neurons at 0.1-1 uM; reverses the disruption of spontaneous alternation behavior induced by MK-801 and scopolamine in mice, and ameliorates the cognitive deficits of aged rats. Alzheimer Disease Phase 1 Discontinued
A2793 is an efficient TWIK-related acid-sensitive K+ channel (TASK)-1 inhibitor, with an IC50 of 6.8 μM[1].
AZD-1305 is an antiarrhythmic agent and atrial selective sodium channel/potassium channel blocker, which can significantly prolongs action potential duration and reduces excitability, cause atrial selective ERP prolongation and acute termination of atrial fibrillation. AZD1305 can be used for atrial fibrillation research[1][2].
Nicorandil is potassium channel activator.Target: Potassium ChannelNicorandil is a vasodilatory drug used to treat angina. Nicorandil stimulates guanylate cyclase to increase formation of cyclic GMP (cGMP). cGMP activates protein kinase G (PKG) which phosphorylates and inhibits GTPase RhoA and decreases Rho-kinase activity. Reduced Rho-kinase activity permits an increase in myosin phosphatase activity, decreasing the calcium sensitivity of the smooth muscle. PKG also activates the sarcolemma calcium pump to remove activating calcium. PKG acts on K+ channels to promote K+ efflux and the ensuing hyperpolarization inhibits voltage-gated calcium channels. Overall, this leads to relaxation of the smooth muscle and coronary vasodilation [1, 2].
TWIK-1/TREK-1-IN-1 (compound 2a) is an inhibitor of the TWIK-related potassium channel (Potassium Channel) TREK-1. TREK-1 contains a two-pore domain potassium (K2p) channel that dimerizes into TREK-1 homodimer and TWIK-1/TREK-1 heterodimer, and is an important antidepressant target. TWIK-1/TREK-1-IN-3 targets TREK-1 homodimer and TWIK-1/TREK-1 heterodimer with IC50s of 9.36 μM and 14.6 μM, respectively, and has antidepressant-like effects[1].
Brompheniramine ((±)-Brompheniramine) is a potent and orally active antihistamine of the alkylamine class. Brompheniramine is a selective histamine H1 receptor antagonist with a Kd of 6.06 nM. Brompheniramine can block the hERG channels, calcium channels, and sodium channels with IC50s of 0.90 μM, 16.12 μM and 21.26 μM, respectively. Brompheniramine has anticholinergic, antidepressant and anesthetic properties and can be used for allergic rhinitis research[1][2][3][4].
MCHr1 antagonist 2 is an antagonist of melanin concentrating hormone receptor 1, with an IC50 of 65 nM; MCHr1 antagonist 2 also inhibits hERG, with an IC50 of 4.0 nM in IMR-32 cells.
Dalazatide (ShK-186) is a Kv1. 3 potassium channel peptide inhibitor. Dalazatide can be used in the study of autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease[1][2].
L-364,373 (R-L3) is a voltage-gated Kv7.1 (KCNQ1)/mink channels activator. L-364,373 activates Iks (slow delayed rectifier potassium current) and shortens action potential duration in guinea pig cardiac myocytes, and suppresses early afterdepolarizations in rabbit ventricular myocytes[1].
Minoxidil(U 10858) is an antihypertensive vasodilator medication. Target: potassium channel Minoxidil, a potent antihypertensive agent, induces generalized hypertrichosis when administered systemically, or localized hair regrowth when applied topically to sites of severe alopecia areata. The pharmacologic mechanisms by which minoxidil stimulates hair growth are unknown. This study was designed to examine whether minoxidil has direct effects on neonatal murine epidermal cells in culture. In the presence of minoxidil, cultures showed a marked dose-dependent second peak of DNA synthesis 8-10 days after culture initiation. In addition, two morphologically distinct cell types appeared. Indirect immunofluorescence staining with keratin-specific antibody revealed cytoplasmic keratin fibers, suggesting the epidermal origin of these cells. Our experiments demonstrate that minoxidil can affect epidermal cells in culture by altering their growth pattern and phenotypic appearance [1] . Finite doses of minoxidil (2%, w/v) in formulations containing varying amounts of ethanol, propylene glycol (PG), and water (60:20:20, 80:20:0, and 0:80:20 by volume, respectively) were used. Minoxidil in SC (by tape stripping), appendages (by cyanoacrylate casting), and receptor fluid was determined by liquid scintillation counting. At early times (30 min, 2 h), ethanol-containing formulations (60:20:20 and 80:20:0) caused significantly greater minoxidil retention in SC and appendages, compared to the formulation lacking ethanol (0:80:20). A significant increase in minoxidil receptor penetration occurred with the PG-rich 0:80:20 formulation after 12 h [2].
NS1643 is a potent human ether-a-go-go related gene (hERG) KV11.1 channel activator (EC50 = 10.5 μM).IC50 value:Target: HERG activatorin vitro: NS1643 enhanced the magnitude of wild-type hERG current in a concentration- and voltage-dependent manner with an EC(50) of 10.4 microM at -10 mV. The fully activated current-voltage relationship revealed that the drug increased outward but not inward currents, consistent with altered inactivation gating. NS1643 shifted the voltage dependence of inactivation by +21 mV at 10 microM and +35 mV at 30 microM, but it did not alter the voltage dependence of activation of hERG channels [1]. In Xenopus laevis oocytes, NS1643 increased both steady-state and tail current at all voltages tested. The EC(50) value for HERG channel activation was 10.5 microM [2]. NS1643 also activates the ERG2 channel; however, the molecular mechanism of the activation differs between the ERG1 and ERG2 channels. For ERG2, NS1643 causes a left-ward shift of the activation curve, a faster time-constant of activation and a slower time-constant of inactivation as well as an increased relative importance for the fast component of deactivation to the total deactivation. In contrast, for ERG1, NS1643 causes a right-ward shift in the voltage-dependent release from inactivation but does not affect time-constants of deactivation [3].
Y-27152, a prodrug of the KATP (Kir6) channel opener Y-26763, is a long-acting K+ channel opener with less tachycardia: antihypertensive effects in hypertensive rats and dogs in conscious state[1][2].
JNc-440 is a small molecule that significantly and specifically strengthens the TRPV4-KCa2.3 interaction in mouse endothelial cells, but does not systemically activate TRPV4 and KCa2.3; shows affinity for both TRPV4 and KCa2.3, enhances vasodilation and exerts antihypertensive effects in mice.
Phrixotoxin 2 is a highly selective KV4.2 and KV4.3-channels blocker[1].
TWIK-1/TREK-1-IN-3 (compound 2h) is an inhibitor of TWIK-related potassium channel (Potassium Channel) TREK-1. TREK-1 contains a two-pore domain potassium (K2p) channel that dimerizes into TREK-1 homodimer and TWIK-1/TREK-1 heterodimer, and is an important antidepressant target. TWIK-1/TREK-1-IN-3 targets TREK-1 homodimer and TWIK-1/TREK-1 heterodimer with IC50s of 9.74 μM and 16.5 μM, respectively, and has antidepressant-like effects[1].
PNU 37883 hydrochloride (PNU 37883A) is a selective vascular ATP-sensitive potassium (Kir6, KATP) channels blocker. PNU 37883 hydrochloride has diuretic effects with specific binding in kidney and vascular smooth muscle rather than in brain or pancreatic beta cells[1][2].
ML 297 (VU 0456810) is a potent and selective GIRK1/2 activator, with an EC50 of 0.16 μM. ML 297 is potential for the treatment of epilepsy[1][2].
Budiodarone (ATI-2042) is an analogue of Amiodarone (HY-14187) with a half-life of 7 h. Budiodarone inhibits sodium, potassium, and calcium ion channels. Budiodarone is an antiarrhythmic agent and can be used for the research of atrial fibrillation[1].