| Bioactivity | L-Stepholidine (Stepholidine) exhibits mixed dopamine D1 receptor agonist and D2 antagonist properties. L-Stepholidine has neuroprotective effect and inhibits Heroin-induced reinstatement. L-Stepholidine is a potential medication for the research of opiate addiction[1][2][3]. |
| Target | Dopamine D1 receptorDopamine D2 receptor |
| Name | L-Stepholidine |
| CAS | 16562-13-3 |
| Formula | C19H21NO4 |
| Molar Mass | 327.37 |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, protect from light *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light) |
| Reference | [1]. Ma B, et al. L-stepholidine, a natural dopamine receptor D1 agonist and D2 antagonist, inhibits heroin-induced reinstatement. Neurosci Lett. 2014 Jan 24;559:67-71. [2]. Zhou M, et al. The Neuroprotective Effect of L-Stepholidine on Methamphetamine-Induced Memory Deficits in Mice. Neurotox Res. 2019 Aug;36(2):376-386. [3]. Wang W, et al. The effect of L-stepholidine, a novel extract of Chinese herb, on the acquisition, expression, maintenance, and re-acquisition of morphine conditioned place preference in rats. Neuropharmacology. 2007 Feb;52(2):355-61. Epub 2006 Oct 5. |