Melatonin

Name Melatonin
Supplier Tocris Bioscience
Catalog 2566
Prices $65.00
Sizes 50 mg
Function Type Agonist
Cas Number 73-31-4
Chemical Name N-Acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine
Formula C13H16N2O2
Molecular Weight 232.28
Purity >99 %
Description Endogenous hormone that acts as an agonist at melatonin receptors MT 1 and MT 2 . Exhibits a prominent role in the control of circadian rhythm, displays immunomodulatory activity and acts as a powerful antioxidant in vivo .
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