Capsaicin

• Catalog No.: Bio-0615
• CAS Number: 404-86-4
• M. F.: C18H27NO3
• M. W.: 305.41188

SYNONYMS

• IUPAC name: (6E)-N-[(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-8-methylnon-6-enamide
• IUPAC Traditional name: (6E)-N-[(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-8-methylnon-6-enamide
• Synonyms: Axsain; Mioton; Capsacutin; Capsaiene; Natural capsaicin; Zostrix

DATABASE IDS

• CAS Number: 404-86-4

PROPERTIES

• Application(s): Irritant used for desensitisation of sensory neurones
• Application(s): Used as a selective probe for studying neurogenic inflammation and the role of nociceptors in human physiol
• Application(s): Used as a counterirritant and topical analgesic for some skin conditions
• Biological Source: Pungent principle of various Capsicum spp. (Solanaceae)
• Description: Isomers
• Mechanism of Action: Gastric motility inhibitor
• Mechanism of Action: Prevents reaccumulation of substance-P in peripheral sensory neurons
• Mechanism of Action: Probable mechanism: substance-P-depletor

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