(-)-Cotinine is used to activate a subpopulation of α3/ α6β2 nAChRs in monkey striatum. It binds nicotinic- and muscarinic-type acetylcholine receptors with minimal receptor desensitization and demonstrates antipsychotic drug-like properties in behavioral models, neuroprotective properties in neurodegenerative disease models, and enhances attention in a delayed matching-to-sample task.
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SolubilityNot miscible or difficult to mix in water. Soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide (100 mM), ethanol (50 mg/ml, yielding a clear, faint yellow to yellow solution), methanol and chloroform.
NotesStore in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2 - 8°C.