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ALX-350-310 Revised 03-Apr-08
3-O-Acetyl-11-keto-β-boswellic acid
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SYNONYMS AKβBA
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Antitumor Reagents
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Product Specification
FORMULA: C32H48O5
MW: 512.7
CAS NUMBER: 67416-61-9
SOURCE/HOST: Isolated from Boswellia serrata.
PURITY: ≥99% (HPLC, NMR)
APPEARANCE: White to off-white solid.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in acetone, dichloromethane, diethyl ether or DMSO.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: -20°C
USE/STABILITY: Stock solutions are stable for up to 3 months when stored at -20°C.
HANDLING: Protect from light.
HAZARD: MAY BE CARCINOGENIC. HARMFUL.

Product Description
Shows antitumor and anti-inflammatory activities. Potent non-redox, noncompetitive 5-lipoxygenase and topoisomerase I and IIa inhibitor leading to apoptosis. 10-times more potent than 3-O-acetyl-β-boswellic acid (Prod. No. ALX-350-308). Exhibits in vivo efficacy in tumor growth and inhibition.
Product Specific Literature References
Acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid induces apoptosis in HL-60 and CCRF-CEM cells and inhibits topoisomerase I: R.F. Hoernlein, et al.; J. Pharmacol. Exp. Ther. 288, 613 (1999) Abstract; Full Text
Boswellic acids activate p42(MAPK) and p38 MAPK and stimulate Ca(2+) mobilization: A. Altmann, et al.; BBRC 290, 185 (2002) Abstract
Coupling of boswellic acid-induced Ca2+ mobilisation and MAPK activation to lipid metabolism and peroxide formation in human leucocytes: A. Altmann, et al.; Br. J. Pharmacol. 141, 223 (2004) Abstract; Full Text
Inhibition of IkappaB kinase activity by acetyl-boswellic acids promotes apoptosis in androgen-independent PC-3 prostate cancer cells in vitro and in vivo: T. Syrovets, et al.; J. Biol. Chem. 280, 6170 (2005) Abstract; Full Text
Boswellic acids: biological actions and molecular targets: D. Poeckel & O. Werz; Curr. Med. Chem. 13, 3359 (2006), Review Abstract
Mechanisms underlying the anti-inflammatory actions of boswellic acid derivatives in experimental colitis: C. Anthoni, et al.; Am. J. Physiol. Gastrointest. Liver Physiol. 290, G1131 (2006) Abstract
Potentiation of antinociceptive effect of NSAIDs by a specific lipooxygenase inhibitor, acetyl 11-keto-beta boswellic acid: M. Bishnoi, et al.; Indian J. Exp. Biol. 44, 128 (2006) Abstract
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ALX-270-381 Revised 28-Sep-07
Anacardic acid
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SYNONYMS 2-Hydroxy-6-pentadecylbenzoic acid
6-Pentadecylsalicylic acid
AA
PRODUCT LINE DNA Regulation / Transcription
PRODUCT CATEGORY Histone Acetyl- & Methyl-Transferases / Related Products
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Product Specification
FORMULA: C22H36O3
MW: 348.5
MERCK INDEX: 14: 621
SOURCE/HOST: Synthetic.
PURITY: ≥95% (1H-NMR)
APPEARANCE: White to off-white solid.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in 100% ethanol, methanol, DMSO, dichloromethane or ethylacetate.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +4°C
USE/STABILITY: Stock solutions are stable for up to 3 months when stored at -20°C.
HANDLING: Protect from light. After reconstitution, prepare aliquots and store at -20°C. Packaged under inert gas.

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Cell permeable salicylic acid analog that acts as a potent, non-competitive inhibitor of p300 and PCAF (p300/CBP-associated factor) histone acetyltransferase (HAT) activities (IC50~8.5µM and ~5µM, respectively). Displays a variety of other biological activities, such as antibacterial, antimicrobial, prostaglandin synthase inhibition, tyrosinase, and lipoxygenase inhibition.
Product Specific Literature References
Anacardic Acid: molluscicide in cashew nut shell liquid: J.T. Sullivan, et al.; Planta Med. 44, 175 (1982) Abstract
Inhibition of lipoxygenase and prostaglandin endoperoxide synthase by anacardic acids: R. Grazzini, et al.; BBRC 176, 775 (1991) Abstract
Antibacterial activity of anacardic acid and totarol, alone and in combination with methicillin, against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus: H. Muroi & I. Kubo; J. Appl. Bacteriol. 80, 387 (1996) Abstract
Small molecule modulators of histone acetyltransferase p300: K. Balasubramanyam, et al.; J. Biol. Chem. 278, 19134 (2003) Abstract; Full Text
Inhibition of histone acetyltransferase activity by anacardic acid sensitizes tumor cells to ionizing radiation: Y. Sun, et al.; FEBS Lett. 580, 4353 (2006) Abstract
General Literature References
Antibacterial activity of anacardic acid and totarol, alone and in combination with methicillin, against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus: H. Muroi and I. Kubo; J. Appl. Bacteriol. 80, 387 (1996) Abstract
Synthesis of sildenafil analogues from anacardic acid and their phosphodiesterase-5 inhibition: R. Paramashivappa, et al.; J. Agric. Food Chem. 50, 7709 (2002) Abstract
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ALX-430-064 Revised 15-Sep-08
Auranofin
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PRODUCT LINE Inflammation
PRODUCT CATEGORY Lipoxygenases / Related Products
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ALX-430-064-M025   25 mg 35.00 USD Add To Cart
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Product Specification
FORMULA: C20H34AuO9PS
MW: 678.5
CAS NUMBER: 34031-32-8
MERCK INDEX: 14: 878
PURITY: ≥98%
APPEARANCE: White to off-white powder.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in DMSO (5mg/ml) or 100% ethanol (4mg/ml).
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +20°C
USE/STABILITY: Solutions are stable for up to 3 months when stored at -20 °C.
HAZARD: TOXIC.

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Gold derivative in clinical use as an anti-arthritic. Acts as an inhibitor of several leukocyte activation pathways. Inhibits release of inflammatory mediators from human macrophages, pulmonary mast cell and basophils. Also inhibits human neutrophil 5-lipoxygenase. Efficient inducer of mitochondrial membrane permeability transition pore in the presence of calcium ions, potentially referable to its inhibition of mitochondrial thioredoxin reductase.
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Antiarthritic gold compounds effectively quench electronically excited singlet oxygen: E.J. Corey, et al.; Science 236, 68 (1987) Abstract
Modulation of mediator release from human basophils and pulmonary mast cells and macrophages by auranofin: M. Columbo, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 39, 285 (1990) Abstract
Auranofin stimulates LTA hydrolase and inhibits 5-lipoxygenase/LTA synthase activity of isolated human neutrophils: W.H. Betts, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 39, 1233 (1990) Abstract
Auranofin inhibits the activation pathways of polymorphonuclear leukocytes at multiple sites: R. Rudkowski, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 41, 1921 (1991) Abstract
Induction of mitochondrial permeability transition by auranofin, a Gold(I)-phosphine derivative: M.P. Rigobello, et al.; Br. J. Pharmacol. 136, 1162 (2002) Abstract
General Literature References
Auranofin: W.F. Kean, et al.; Br. J. Theumatol. 36, 560 (1997), (Review) Abstract; Full Text
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MPTP [Mitochondrial Transition Pore] / Related Products • TLRs Other Products • Anti-inflammatory Agents Other Products
 
 
ALX-385-022 Revised 07-Oct-08
Baicalein
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SYNONYMS 5,6,7-Trihydroxyflavone
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Flavones
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ALX-385-022-M005   5 mg 25.00 USD Add To Cart
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Product Specification
FORMULA: C15H10O5
MW: 270.2
CAS NUMBER: 491-67-8
MERCK INDEX: 14: 942
PURITY: ≥97%
APPEARANCE: Yellow to yellow-green crystalline powder.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in DMSO, 100% ethanol or methanol; almost insoluble in water.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: -20°C
HANDLING: Protect from light.
HAZARD: IRRITANT.

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Inhibitor of 12-lipoxygenase, leukotriene biosynthesis and the release of lysosomal enzymes. Inhibits cellular Ca2+ uptake and calcium mobilization. Inhibitor of protein tyrosine kinase in leukemia (CEM) cells. Induces cell cycle arrest and apoptosis. Anti-inflammatory compound. Has anti-thrombotic, anti-proliferative and anti-mitogenic effects.
Product Specific Literature References
Specific action of the lipoxygenase pathway in mediating angiotensin II- induced aldosterone synthesis in isolated adrenal glomerulosa cells: J.L. Nadler, et al.; J. Clin. Invest. 80, 1763 (1987) Abstract
Inhibition of reverse transcriptase activity by a flavonoid compound, 5,6,7-trihydroxyflavone: K. Ono, et al.; BBRC 160, 982 (1989) Abstract
Biliary excretion of metabolites of baicalin and baicalein in rats: K. Abe, et al.; Chem. Pharm. Bull. 38, 209 (1990) Abstract
Effects of baicalein and esculetin on transduction signals and growth factors expression in T-lymphoid leukemia cells: H.C. Huang, et al.; Eur. J. Pharmacol. 268, 73 (1994) Abstract
Protective effects of baicalein against cell damage by reactive oxygen species: D. Gao, et al.; Chem. Pharm. Bull. (Tokyo) 46, 1383 (1998) Abstract
Baicalein induces a dual growth arrest by modulating multiple cell cycle regulatory molecules
: S.L. Hsu, et al.; Eur. J. Pharmacol. 425, 165 (2001) Abstract
Mechanisms in mediating the anti-inflammatory effects of baicalin and baicalein in human leukocytes: Y.C. Shen, et al.; Eur. J. Pharmacol. 465, 171 (2003) Abstract
Baicalein induced cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in human lung squamous carcinoma CH27 cells: H.Z. Lee, et al.; Anticancer Res. 25, 959 (2005) Abstract
Biological properties of baicalein in cardiovascular system: Y. Huang, et al.; Curr. Drug Targets Cardiovasc. Haematol. Disord. 5, 177 (2005), (Review) Abstract
Baicalein inhibition of hydrogen peroxide-induced apoptosis via ROS-dependent heme oxygenase 1 gene expression: H.Y. Lin, et al.; Biochim. Biophys. Acta 1773, 1073 (2007) Abstract
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ALX-270-231 Revised 28-Feb-08
Caffeic acid
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SYNONYMS 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Anti-inflammatory Agents
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Product Specification
FORMULA: C9H8O4
MW: 180.2
CAS NUMBER: 331-39-5
MERCK INDEX: 14: 1635
SOURCE/HOST: Synthetic.
PURITY: ≥97%
APPEARANCE: Off-white to brown crystalline solid.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in 100% ethanol, DMSO or dimethyl formamide; also soluble in PBS, pH 7.2.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +20°C
USE/STABILITY: Stable for at least 2 years when stored at +20°C. Organic stock solutions are stable for at least 6 months when stored at –20 °C. Store aqueous solutions of the product on ice and use within 12 hours of preparation.

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Naturally occuring phenolic compound found in many fruits, vegetables and herbs, including coffee. Shows anti-tumor, antiviral, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Inhibitor of 5- and 12-lipoxygenase (LO).
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Caffeic acid is a selective inhibitor for leukotriene biosynthesis: Y. Koshihara, et al.; Biochim. Biophys. Acta 792, 92 (1984) Abstract
Inhibitory effect of caffeic acid esters on azoxymethane-induced biochemical changes and aberrant crypt foci formation in rat colon: C.V. Rao, et al.; Cancer Res. 53, 4182 (1993) Abstract
Inhibition of arachidonate lipoxygenase activities by 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethanol, a phenolic compound from olives: N. Kohyama, et al.; Biosci. Biotech. Biochem. 61, 347 (1997) Abstract
Caffeic acid derivatives: in vitro and in vivo anti-inflammatory properties: F.M. da Cunha, et al.; Free Radic. Res. 38, 1241 (2004) Abstract
Novel and therapeutic effect of caffeic acid and caffeic acid phenyl ester on hepatocarcinoma cells: complete regression of hepatoma growth and metastasis by dual mechanism: T.W. Chung, et al.; FASEB J. 18, 1670 (2004) Abstract
Anti-HIV activities of natural antioxidant caffeic acid derivatives: toward an antiviral supplementation diet: F. Bailly & P. Cotelle; Curr. Med. Chem. 12, 1811 (2005) Abstract
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ALX-350-028 Revised 12-Sep-08
Curcumin (high purity)
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SYNONYMS 1,7-bis(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-1,6-heptadiene-3,5-dione
Diferuloylmethane
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Anti-inflammatory Agents
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ALX-350-028-M050   50 mg 60.00 USD Add To Cart
ALX-350-028-M250   250 mg 240.00 USD Add To Cart
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FORMULA: C21H20O6
MW: 368.4
CAS NUMBER: 458-37-7
MERCK INDEX: 14: 2673
SOURCE/HOST: Isolated from turmeric (Curcuma longa).
PURITY: ≥98.5% (Note: This highly purified product is free of demethoxy- and bis-demethoxycurcumin and does not contain 30-40% bioactive impurities)
APPEARANCE: Orange-yellow crystalline powder.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in acetic acid or 100% ethanol.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +20°C
HANDLING: Protect from light.

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Dual inhibitor of cyclooxygenase (COX) and 5-lipoxygenase. Also inhibits glutathione S-transferase, induction of nitric oxide (NO) in activated macrophages and inhibits EGF-induced tyrosine phosphorylation of EGF receptors. Antioxidant. Inhibitor of NAD(P)H:quinone oxidoreductase 1 (NQO1), disrupting the binding of NQO1 to wild type p53 inducing ubiquitin-independent degradation of p53 and inhibits p53-mediated apoptosis in normal thymocytes and myeloid leukemic cells.
Product Specific Literature References
Modification of certain inflammation-induced biochemical changes by curcumin: R. Srivastava & R.C. Srimal; Indian J. Med. Res. 81, 215 (1985) Abstract
Inhibition of 5-hydroxy-eicosatetraenoic acid (5-HETE) formation in intact human neutrophils by naturally-occurring diarylheptanoids: inhibitory activities of curcuminoids and yakuchinones: D.L. Flynn, et al.; Prostagl. Leukotr. Med. 22, 357 (1986) Abstract
Inhibitory effect of curcumin on epidermal growth factor receptor kinase activity in A431 cells: L. Korutla & R. Kumar; Biochim. Biophys. Acta 1224, 597 (1994) Abstract
Curcumin, an anti-tumour promoter and anti-inflammatory agent, inhibits induction of nitric oxide synthase in activated macrophages: I. Brouet & H. Okshima; BBRC 206, 533 (1995) Abstract
Cytotoxicity and cytoprotective activities of natural compounds. The case of curcumin: J.N. Commandeur & N.P. Vermeulen; Xenobiotica 26, 667 (1996) Abstract
Nitric oxide scavenging by curcuminoids: Sreejayan & M.N. Rao; J. Pharm. Pharmacol. 49, 105 (1997) Abstract
Inhibitory effects of curcumin on tumorigenesis in mice: M.T. Huang, et al.; J. Cell. Biochem. (Suppl.) 27, 26 (1997) Abstract
In vivo inhibition of nitric oxide synthase gene expression by curcumin, a cancer preventive natural product with anti-inflammatory properties: M.M. Chan, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 55, 1955 (1998) Abstract
Effect of curcumin on the production of nitric oxide by cultured rat mammary gland: M. Onoda & H. Inano; Nitric Oxide 4, 505 (2000) Abstract
Suppression of nitric oxide oxidation to nitrite by curcumin is due to the sequestration of the reaction intermediate nitrogen dioxide, not nitric oxide: B.D. Johnston & E.G. DeMaster; Nitric Oxide 8, 231 (2003) Abstract
Biological properties of curcumin-cellular and molecular mechanisms of action: B. Joe, et al.; Crit. Rev. Food Sci. Nutr. 44, 97 (2004), (Review) Abstract
Curcumin, a major constituent of turmeric, corrects cystic fibrosis defects: M.E. Egan, et al.; Science 304, 600 (2004) Abstract
Inhibition of NAD(P)H:quinone oxidoreductase 1 activity and induction of p53 degradation by the natural phenolic compound curcumin: P. Tsvetkov, et al.; PNAS 102, 5535 (2005) Abstract
Immunomodulatory effects of curcumin: V.S. Yadav, et al.; Immunopharmacol. Immunotoxicol. 27, 485 (2005) Abstract
Curcumin, an atoxic antioxidant and natural NFkappaB, cyclooxygenase-2, lipooxygenase, and inducible nitric oxide synthase inhibitor: a shield against acute and chronic diseases: S. Bengmark; JPEN J. Parenter. Enteral. Nutr. 30, 45 (2006), (Review) Abstract
Curcumin is an inhibitor of p300 histone acetylatransferase: M.G. Marcu, et al.; Med. Chem. 2, 169 (2006) Abstract
Multiple biological activities of curcumin: a short review: R.K. Maheshwari, et al.; Life Sci. 78, 2081 (2006), (Review) Abstract
Curcumin inhibits hypoxia-induced angiogenesis via down-regulation of HIF-1: M.K. Bae, et al.; Oncol. Rep. 15, 1557 (2006) Abstract
Notch-1 down-regulation by curcumin is associated with the inhibition of cell growth and the induction of apoptosis in pancreatic cancer cells: Z. Wang, et al.; Cancer 106, 2503 (2006) Abstract
Curcumin improves wound healing by modulating collagen and decreasing reactive oxygen species: M. Panchatcharam, et al.; Mol. Cell Biochem. 290, 87 (2006) Abstract
Inhibitory effect of curcumin on nitric oxide production from lipopolysaccharide-activated primary microglia: K.K. Jung, et al.; Life Sci. 79, 2022 (2006) Abstract
The dietary compound curcumin inhibits p300 histone acetyltransferase activity and prevents heart failure in rats: T. Morimoto, et al.; J. Clin. Invest. 118, 868 (2008) Abstract; Full Text
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ALX-340-008 Revised 22-May-07
7,7-Dimethyleicosadienoic acid
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SYNONYMS DEDA
PRODUCT LINE Signal Transduction
PRODUCT CATEGORY PLA2 Inhibitors
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Product Specification
FORMULA: C22H40O2
MW: 336.6
CAS NUMBER: 89560-01-0
PURITY: ≥99%
APPEARANCE: Colorless oil.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in 100% ethanol or methanol.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: -20°C
USE/STABILITY: Solutions are stable for up to 6 months when stored at –20°C.

Product Description
Potent inhibitor of snake venom phospholipase A2 (PLA2) and weak inhibitor of 5-lipoxygenase. Inhibits human recombinant synovial phospholipase A2 (sPLA2) selectively over cytosolic phospholipase A2 (cPLA2).
Product Specific Literature References
Analogs of arachidonic acid methylated at C-7 and C-10 as inhibitors of leukotriene biosynthesis: N. Cohen, et al.; Prostaglandins 27, 553 (1984) Abstract
A.F. Welton, et al.; Prostaglandins 28, 649 (1984)
Inhibition studies on the membrane-associated phospholipase A2 in vitro and prostaglandin E2 production in vivo of the macrophage-like P388D1 cell. Effects of manoalide, 7,7-dimethyl-5,8-eicosadienoic acid, and p- bromophenacyl bromide: M.D. Lister, et al.; J. Biol. Chem. 264, 8520 (1989) Abstract; Full Text
Effect of the phospholipase A2 inhibitors quinacrine and 7,7- dimethyleicosadienoic acid in isolated globally ischemic rat hearts: C.A. Sargent, et al.; J. Pharmacol. Exp. Ther. 262, 1161 (1992) Abstract
Secretory phospholipase A2 inhibitors and calmodulin antagonists as inhibitors of cytosolic phospholipase A2: W.C. Hope, et al.; Agents Actions 39, C39 (1993) Abstract
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ALX-270-097 Revised 07-Sep-06
Ebselen
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SYNONYMS 2-Phenyl-1,2-benzisoselenazol-3-(2H)-one
PRODUCT LINE Oxidative Stress
PRODUCT CATEGORY Peroxynitrite / Scavengers / Detection
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ALX-270-097-M001   1 mg 12.00 USD Add To Cart
ALX-270-097-M005   5 mg 20.00 USD Add To Cart
ALX-270-097-M025   25 mg 60.00 USD Add To Cart
Product Specification
FORMULA: C13H9NOSe
MW: 274.2
CAS NUMBER: 60940-34-3
PURITY: ≥98% (NMR)
APPEARANCE: White to off-white crystalline solid.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in DMSO.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: -20°C
HANDLING: Protect from light.

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Selenium-based inhibitor of protein kinase C, NADPH, 5-lipoxygenase, cyclooxygenase (COX) and NADPH oxidase. Anti-inflammatory antioxidant. Mimics glutathione peroxidase. Inhibits oxidative modifications of low density lipoproteins (LDL).
Product Specific Literature References
A novel biologically active seleno-organic compound--III. Effects of PZ 51 (Ebselen) on glutathione peroxidase and secretory activities of mouse macrophages: M.J. Parnham & S. Kindt; Biochem. Pharmacol. 33, 3247 (1984) Abstract
Seleno-organic compounds and the therapy of hydroperoxide-linked pathological conditions: M.J. Parnham & E. Graf; Biochem. Pharmacol. 36, 3095 (1987) Abstract
Kinetic mechanism and substrate specificity of glutathione peroxidase activity of ebselen (PZ51): M. Maiorino, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 37, 2267 (1988) Abstract
Studies on the anti-inflammatory activity of ebselen. Ebselen interferes with granulocyte oxidative burst by dual inhibition of NADPH oxidase and protein kinase C?: I.A. Cotgreave, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 38, 649 (1989) Abstract
T. Nikawa, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 47, 1007 (1994) Abstract
Effects of ebselen and probucol on oxidative modifications of lipid and protein of low density lipoprotein induced by free radicals: N. Noguchi, et al.; Biochim. Biophys. Acta 1213, 176 (1994) Abstract
Strong inhibition of mammalian lipoxygenases by the antiinflammatory seleno-organic compound ebselen in the absence of glutathione: C. Schewe, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 48, 65 (1994) Abstract
Ebselen: a glutathione peroxidase mimic: H. Sies; Meth. Enzymol. 234, 476 (1994) Abstract
Molecular actions of ebselen-an antiinflammatory antioxidant: T. Schewe; Gen. Pharmacol. 26, 1153 (1995) Abstract
Ebselen: H. Sies; Meth. Enzymol. 252, 341 (1995) Abstract
Ebselen as a glutathione peroxidase mimic and as a scavenger of peroxynitrite: H. Sies & H. Masumoto; Adv. Pharmacol. 38, 229 (1997) Abstract
Free radical generation by selenium compounds and their prooxidant toxicity: J.E. Spallholz; Biomed. Environ. Sci. 10, 260 (1997) Abstract
Protection against peroxynitrite by selenoproteins: H. Sies, et al.; Z. Naturforsch. [C] 53, 228 (1998) Abstract
Ebselen protects mice against T cell-dependent, TNF-mediated apoptotic liver injury: G. Tiegs, et al.; J. Pharmacol. Exp. Ther. 287, 1098 (1998) Abstract; Full Text
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ALX-270-099 Revised 02-Dec-04
Ethyl 3,4-dihydroxybenzylidenecyanoacetate
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PRODUCT LINE Inflammation
PRODUCT CATEGORY Lipoxygenases / Related Products
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FORMULA: C12H11NO4
MW: 233.2
CAS NUMBER: 132464-92-7
PUR