| Bioactivity | Abametapir is a metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibitor which is able to target metalloproteinases critical to egg hatching and louse development. Abametapir can inhibit hatching of both head and body louse[1][2]. |
| Invitro | Abametapir is capable of chelating heavy metal ions, including iron, copper, and zinc, and is therefore able to interact with a range of targets within the insect that require metal co-factors for function, including metalloproteinases[2]. |
| Name | Abametapir |
| CAS | 1762-34-1 |
| Formula | C12H12N2 |
| Molar Mass | 184.24 |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, protect from light, stored under nitrogen *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light, stored under nitrogen) |
| Reference | [1]. Vernon Morrison Bowles, et al. Effect of a New Head Lice Treatment, Abametapir Lotion, 0.74%, on Louse Eggs: A Randomized, Double-Blind Study. Glob Pediatr Health. 2019; 6: 2333794X19831295. [2]. Vernon M. Bowles, et al. Ovicidal Efficacy of Abametapir Against Eggs of Human Head and Body Lice (Anoplura: Pediculidae). J Med Entomol. 2017 Jan; 54(1): 167-172. |