AHP1903 recognises Methaqualone, a sedative drug similar to barbiturates. It also has anti-convulsant, antispasmodic, anaesthetic and antihistamines properties. It was used in the 1960’s and 1970’s as a barbiturate substitute for the treatment of insomnia and as a sedative and muscle relaxant. It has since been withdrawn from many developed markets and is no longer legally produced.
It is used illegally as a recreational drug, leading to tolerance dependence and withdrawal symptoms. It may be combined with diphenhydramine, cannabis or tobacco and smoked to give a feeling of trance-like euphoria. The practice poses a serious heath risk and may lead to emphysema and other chronic lung disorders.
Application
This product has been reported to work in the following applications. This information is derived from testing within our laboratories, peer-reviewed publications or personal communications from the originators. Please refer to references indicated for further information. For general protocol recommendations, please visitwww.abdserotec.com/protocols.
Application Name
Yes
No
Not Determined
Suggested Dilution
ELISA
0.5ug/ml -
Where this product has not been tested for use in a particular technique this does not necessarily exclude its use in such procedures. Suggested working dilutions are given as a guide only. It is recommended that the user titrates the product for use in their own system using appropriate negative/positive controls.
Storage
Store at +4oC or at -20oC if preferred.
Storage in frost-free freezers is not recommended.
This product should be stored undiluted. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing as this may denature the antibody. Should this product contain a precipitate we recommend microcentrifugation before use.