Mechanistic Claims
- NNMT Inhibition: Blocks nicotinamide N‑methyltransferase, preventing NAD+ depletion.
- NAD+ & SAM Modulation: Alters cellular cofactor pools, impacting energy metabolism.
- Metabolic Regulation: Influences fat metabolism and weight‑related processes in preclinical models.
- Muscle Preservation: Studied for effects on muscle tissue resilience under metabolic stress.
- Mitochondrial Function: Explored for roles in supporting mitochondrial efficiency.
- Cellular Aging: Investigated for potential links to longevity and epigenetic regulation.
Research Applications
- Metabolic disease and obesity research
- NAD+ biology and cofactor regulation studies
- Muscle tissue preservation models
- Mitochondrial function and energy metabolism investigations
- Cellular aging and epigenetic modulation research
5‑Amino‑1MQ Research Insights
- Synthetic methylquinolinium derivative with NNMT inhibitory activity.
- Preclinical studies highlight roles in weight regulation, muscle preservation, and mitochondrial support.
- Provides a research tool for exploring NAD+ metabolism, fat regulation, and cellular aging pathways.
- Supplied in lyophilized, filler‑free form to preserve purity and stability.
- For research use only; not intended for therapeutic application.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C10H11N2 |
| Molecular Weight | 159.21 g/mol |
| PubChem CID | 950107 |
| Synonyms | 5-amino-1-methylquinolinium, SCHEMBL6403148, CHEMBL4116828, ZMJBCEIHNOWCMC-UHFFFAOYSA-O, STL196667 |
5-Amino-1MQ Peptide Structure
Source: PubChem