Octopamine is an alpha-adrenergic sympathomimetic amine biosynthesized from tyramine. Octopamine may be found in the CNS, platelets, and in invertebrate nervous systems. It is used to treat hypotension and may acy as a cardiotonic.
MedKoo Cat#: 573150
Name: Octopamine
CAS#: 104-14-3
Chemical Formula: C8H11NO2
Exact Mass: 153.0790
Molecular Weight: 153.18
Elemental Analysis: C, 62.73; H, 7.24; N, 9.14; O, 20.89
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 153.18 Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mM | 1.15 mL | 5.76 mL | 11.51 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.23 mL | 1.15 mL | 2.3 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.12 mL | 0.58 mL | 1.15 mL |
| 50 mM | 0.02 mL | 0.12 mL | 0.23 mL |
