Bioactivity | (+)-Mepivacaine is a racemic isomer of Mepivacaine (HY-B0517), which has analgesic and vasoconstrictive activity. Mepivacaine is an amide type agent that temporarily causes local loss of consciousness. Mepivacaine binds to specific voltage-gated sodium channels on neuronal cell membranes, inhibiting sodium influx and membrane depolarization[1]. |
Name | (+)-Mepivacaine |
CAS | 24358-84-7 |
Formula | C15H22N2O |
Molar Mass | 246.35 |
Appearance | Solid |
Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Storage | -20°C, sealed storage, away from moisture and light *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light) |
Reference | [1]. Fairley J W, et al. An intradermal study of the local anaesthetic and vascular effects of the isomers of mepivacaine[J]. British Journal of Anaesthesia, 1981, 53(11): 1211-1216. |