Solubility: Soluble in DMSO (25 mg/ml) or 100% ethanol (25 mg/ml)
Appearance: White solid
PubChem CID: 6280
Scientific Background: Veratridine is a steroid-derived alkaloid that functions as a neurotoxin by activating sodium channels. It binds to intramembrane receptor site 2 thereby increasing intracellular Ca2+ concentration.