Bioactivity | (+)-Kavain (Standard) is the analytical standard of (+)-Kavain. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. (+)-Kavain, a main kavalactone extracted from Piper methysticum, has anticonvulsive properties, attenuating vascular smooth muscle contraction through interactions with voltage-dependent Na+ and Ca2+ channels. (+)-Kavain is shown to bind at the α4β2δ GABAA receptor and potentiate GABA efficacy. (+)-Kavain is used as a treatment for inflammatory diseases, its anti-inflammatory action has been widely studied. |
CAS | 500-64-1 |
Formula | C₁₄H₁₄O₃ |
Molar Mass | 230.26 |
Storage | Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis. |