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ALX-350-118 Revised 03-Apr-08
Deguelin
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PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Other Signal Transduction Pathway Modulators
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ALX-350-118-M005   5 mg 60.00 USD Add To Cart
ALX-350-118-M025   25 mg 240.00 USD Add To Cart
Product Specification
FORMULA: C23H22O6
MW: 394.4
CAS NUMBER: 522-17-8
MERCK INDEX: 14: 2863
PURITY: ≥95%
APPEARANCE: Yellow powder.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in acetone, acetonitrile or DMSO. Slightly soluble in 100% ethanol. Insoluble in methanol.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +4°C
HAZARD: IRRITANT. TOXIC.

Product Description
Inhibitor of Akt (protein kinase B; PKB) in an in vitro lung carcinogenesis progression model. Inhibits cell proliferation - cells accumulate in the G2-M phase of the cell cycle. Induces apoptosis. Exhibits a marked inhibitory effect on mouse skin tumor promotion in an in vivo two-stage carcinogenesis test. Inhibits cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) expression.
Product Specific Literature References
Deguelin inhibits the growth of colon cancer cells through the induction of apoptosis and cell cycle arrest: G. Murillo, et al.; Eur. J. Cancer 38, 2446 (2002) Abstract
Effects of deguelin on the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase/Akt pathway and apoptosis in premalignant human bronchial epithelial cells: K.H. Chun, et al.; J. Natl. Cancer Inst. 95, 291 (2003) Abstract; Full Text
Cancer Chemopreventive Activity of Rotenoids from Derris trifoliata: C. Ito, et al.; Planta Med. 70, 8 (2004) Abstract
Apoptosis induction by the natural product cancer chemopreventive agent deguelin is mediated through the inhibition of mitochondrial bioenergetics.: N. Hail, et al.; Apoptosis 9, 437 (2004) Abstract
Deguelin-induced inhibition of cyclooxygenase-2 expression in human bronchial epithelial cells: H.Y. Lee, et al.; Clin. Cancer Res. 10, 1074 (2004) Abstract
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Phosphoinositide 3-kinase [PI(3)K]/Related Products • COX Inhibitors • Antitumor Agents (Enzyme Inhibitors) • Antitumor Agents (Anti-proliferative) • Natural Products - Apoptosis Inducers & Inhibitors • Natural Products - Antitumor Reagents • Antitumor Agents (Apoptosis Inducers)
 
 
ALX-350-370 Revised 22-Apr-08
3,3’-Diindolylmethane
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SYNONYMS DIM
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Antitumor Reagents
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ALX-350-370-M100   100 mg 20.00 USD Add To Cart
ALX-350-370-M500   500 mg 50.00 USD Add To Cart
Product Specification
FORMULA: C17H14N2
MW: 246.3
CAS NUMBER: 1968-05-4
PURITY: ≥98% (HPLC)
APPEARANCE: White to off-white solid.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in DMSO (200mg/ml); insoluble in water.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: -20°C

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Dimer of indole-3-carbinol (Prod. No. ALX-350-347). Anticancer and antineoplastic agent. Induces apoptosis in human cancer cells. Activator of cytochrome P450. Partial agonist of aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR).
Product Specific Literature References
Oligomerization of indole-3-carbinol in aqueous acid: K.R. Grose & L.F. Bjeldanes; Chem. Res. Toxicol. 5, 188 (1992) Abstract
The anticarcinogen 3,3'-diindolylmethane is an inhibitor of cytochrome P-450: D.M. Stresser, et al.; J. Biochem. Toxicol. 10, 191 (1995) Abstract
3,3’-Diindolylmethane induces apoptosis in human cancer cells: X. Ge, et al.; BBRC 228, 153 (1996) Abstract
Indole-3-carbinol and diindolylmethane as aryl hydrocarbon (Ah) receptor agonists and antagonists in T47D human breast cancer cells: I. Chen, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 51, 1069 (1996) Abstract
3,3’-Diindolylmethane induces CYP1A2 in cultured precision-cut human liver slices: B.G. Lake, et al.; Xenobiotica 28, 803 (1998) Abstract
Agonist and chemopreventative ligands induce differential transcriptional cofactor recruitment by aryl hydrocarbon receptor: E.V. Hestermann & M. Brown; Mol. Cell. Biol. 23, 7920 (2003) Abstract; Full Text
Interplay of genes regulated by estrogen and diindolylmethane in breast cancer cell lines: L. Mulvey, et al.; Mol. Med. 13, 69 (2007) Abstract; Full Text
3,3’-Diindolylmethane stimulates murine immune function in vitro and in vivo: L. Xue, et al.; J. Nutr. Biochem. 19, 336 (2008) Abstract
3,3’-diindolylmethane reduces levels of HIF-1alpha and HIF-1 activity in hypoxic cultured human cancer cells: J.E. Riby, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 75, 1858 (2008) Abstract
Indole-3-carbinol as a chemopreventive and anti-cancer agent: J.R. Weng, et al.; Cancer Lett. 262, 153 (2008) Abstract
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Antitumor Agents (Apoptosis Inducers) • Chemopreventive Agents Other Products • Cytochrome P450 [CYP450]/Related Products
 
 
ALX-270-262 Revised 13-Feb-08
Ellagic acid . dihydrate
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SYNONYMS 4,4',5,5',6,6'-Hexahydroxydiphenic acid 2,6,2',6'-dilactone . 2H2O
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Antioxidants
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ALX-270-262-M100   100 mg 12.00 USD Add To Cart
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FORMULA: C14H6O8 . 2H2O
MW: 302.2 . 36.0
CAS NUMBER: 476-66-4
MERCK INDEX: 14: 3547
RTECS: DJ2620000
SOURCE/HOST: Isolated from chestnut bark.
PURITY: ≥97%
APPEARANCE: Grey to green solid.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in 1M sodium hydroxide (10mg/ml) or pyridine.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +4°C
HANDLING: Keep under inert gas. Protect from light.
HAZARD: IRRITANT.
IDENTITY: Determined by MS and NMR.

Product Description
Polyphenol antioxidant with antitumor properties. Inhibitor of topoisomerases. Inhibits VEGF-induced phosphorylation of VEGFR-2 and PDGF-induced phosphorylation of PDGFR. Induces apoptosis.
Product Specific Literature References
The dietary anticancer agent ellagic acid is a potent inhibitor of DNA topoisomerases in vitro: A. Constantinou, et al.; Nutr. Cancer 23, 121 (1995) Abstract
Novel inhibitors of 3-phosphoglycerate kinase: M.J. Hickey, et al.; Biochem. Soc. Trans. 23, 607S (1995) Abstract
Inhibitory actions of ellagic acid on growth and arylamide N-acetyltransferase activity in strains of Heliobacter pylori from peptic ulcer patients: J.G. Chung; Microbios 93, 115 (1998) Abstract
Polyphenols inhibit promotional phase of tumorigenesis: relevance of superoxide radicals: A. Kaul & K.L. Khanduja; Nutr. Cancer 32, 81 (1998) Abstract
Inhibition of eukaryote serine/threonine-specific protein kinases by piceatannol: B.H. Wang, et al.; Planta Med. 64, 195 (1998) Abstract
p53/p21 (WAF1CIP1) expression and its possible role in G1 arrest and apoptosis in ellagic acid treated cancer cells: B.A. Narayanan, et al.; Cancer Lett. 136, 215 (1999) Abstract
Combined inhibition of PDGF and VEGF receptors by ellagic acid, a dietary-derived phenolic compound: L. Labrecque, et al.; Carcinogenesis 26, 821 (2005) Abstract
Antioxidant and apoptosis-inducing activities of ellagic acid: D.H. Han, et al.; Anticancer Res. 26, 3601 (2006) Abstract
The efficacy of protective effects of tannic acid, gallic acid, ellagic acid, and propyl gallate against hydrogen peroxide-induced oxidative stress and DNA damages in IMR-90 cells: C.H. Chen, et al.; Mol. Nutr. Food Res. 51, 962 (2007) Abstract
Ellagic acid, a natural polyphenol protects rat peripheral blood lymphocytes against nicotine-induced cellular and DNA damage in vitro: with the comparison of N-acetylcysteine: A.R. Sudheer, et al.; Toxicology 230, 11 (2007) Abstract
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Antitumor Agents (Enzyme Activators & Inducers) • Natural Products - Topoisomerase Inhibitors • Antitumor Agents (Enzyme Inhibitors) • Natural Products - Antitumor Reagents • Natural Products - Apoptosis Inducers & Inhibitors • Antioxidants, Flavonoids & Free Radical Scavengers Other Products
 
 
ALX-350-057 Revised 20-Feb-08
Emodin
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SYNONYMS 6-Methyl-1,3,8-trihydroxyanthraquinone
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Protein Kinase Inhibitors
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ALX-350-057-M025   25 mg 45.00 USD Add To Cart
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FORMULA: C15H10O5
MW: 270.2
CAS NUMBER: 518-82-1
MERCK INDEX: 14: 3561
RTECS: CB7920600
SOURCE/HOST: Isolated from Frangula bark.
PURITY: ≥96% (HPLC)
APPEARANCE: Orange to red solid.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in DMSO, 100% ethanol or 1N dilute aqueous ammonia; insoluble in water.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +4°C
HAZARD: IRRITANT.

Product Description
Inhibitor of p56lck tyrosine kinase. Has mutagenic and genotoxic effects, mainly in bacterial systems. Anticancer agent. Exhibits anti-proliferative effects in various cancer cell lines by efficient induction of apoptosis. Has inhibitory effects on angiogenic and metastasis regulatory processes. Anti-inflammatory compound. Suppresses NF-κB activation. 
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Emodin, a protein tyrosine kinase inhibitor from Polygonum cuspidatum: H. Jayasuriya, et al.; J. Nat. Prod. 55, 696 (1992) Abstract
Selective inhibition of the growth of ras-transformed human bronchial epithelial cells by emodin, a protein-tyrosine kinase inhibitor: T.C.K. Chan, et al.; BBRC 193, 1152 (1993) Abstract
Molecular mechanism of emodin action: transition from laxative ingredient to an antitumor agent: G. Srinivas, et al.; Med. Res. Rev. 27, 591 (2007), (Review) Abstract
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Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors • NF-kB Pathway Inhibitors • Kinases in T Cell Signal Transduction/Related Products • Src Family Kinases/Related Products • Natural Products - Anti-inflammatory Agents • Natural Products - NF-kB Pathway Inhibitors • Natural Products - Antitumor Reagents • Natural Products - Apoptosis Inducers & Inhibitors • Other Toxins
 
 
ALX-270-263 Revised 03-Apr-08
(-)-Epigallocatechin gallate
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SYNONYMS EGCG
(2R,3R)-2-(3,4,5-Trihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-1[2H]-benzopyran-3,5,7-triol 3-(3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate)
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Antioxidants
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ALX-270-263-M050   50 mg 60.00 USD Add To Cart
Product Specification
FORMULA: C22H18O11
MW: 458.4
CAS NUMBER: 989-51-5
MERCK INDEX: 14: 3526
SOURCE/HOST: Isolated from green tea.
PURITY: ≥98% (HPLC)
APPEARANCE: Off-white to yellow powder.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in 100% ethanol, dimethyl formamide or DMSO; slightly soluble in water.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +4°C
USE/STABILITY: Stock solutions in DMSO are stable for up to 3 months when stored at -20°C.
HANDLING: After reconstitution, prepare aliquots and store at -20°C. Keep under inert gas. Protect from light.

Product Description
Antitumor reagent. Antioxidant. Protects cells from lipid peroxidation and DNA damage induced by reactive free radicals. Inhibits inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS; NOS II). Chemopreventive anticancer agent. Induces apoptosis in human cancer cell lines. Inhibits MAP kinase mediated signalling pathways. Inhibits angiogenesis. Inhibits telomerase and DNA methyltransferase. Anti-inflammatory agent.
Product Specific Literature References
Inhibitory effect of topical application of a green tea polyphenol fraction on tumor initiation and promotion in mouse skin: M.T. Huang, et al.; Carcinogenesis 13, 947 (1992) Abstract
Inhibition of 12-O-tetradecanoylphorbol-13-acetate and other skin tumor-promoter-caused induction of epidermal interleukin-1 alpha mRNA and protein expression in SENCAR mice by green tea polyphenols: S.K. Katiyar, et al.; J. Invest. Dermatol. 105, 394 (1995) Abstract
Growth inhibition and regression of human prostate and breast tumors in athymic mice by tea epigallocatechin gallate: S. Liao, et al.; Cancer Lett. 96, 239 (1995) Abstract
Inhibition of N-methyl-N'-nitro-N-nitrosoguanidine-induced carcinogenesis by (-)-epigallocatechin gallate in the rat glandular stomach: T. Yamane, et al.; Cancer Res. 55, 2081 (1995) Abstract
(-)-Epigallocatechin gallate, a polyphenolic tea antioxidant, inhibits peroxynitrite-mediated formation of 8-oxodeoxyguanosine and 3-nitrotyrosine: E.S. Fiala, et al.; Experientia 52, 922 (1996) Abstract
Green tea constituent epigallocatechin-3-gallate and induction of apoptosis and cell cycle arrest in human carcinoma cells: N. Ahmad, et al.; J. Natl. Cancer Inst. 89, 1881 (1997) Abstract
Inhibition of inducible nitric oxide synthase gene expression and enzyme activity by epigallocatechin gallate, a natural product from green tea: M.M. Chan, et al.; Biochem. Pharmacol. 54, 1281 (1997) Abstract
(-)-Epigallocatechin-3-gallate blocks the induction of nitric oxide synthase by down-regulating lipopolysaccharide-induced activity of transcription factor nuclear factor-kappaB: Y.L. Lin & J.K. Lin; Mol. Pharmacol. 52, 465 (1997) Abstract
Telomerase inhibition, telomere shortening, and senescence of cancer cells by tea catechins: I. Naasani, et al.; BBRC 249, 391 (1998) Abstract
Epigallocatechin suppression of proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells: correlation with c-jun and JNK: L.H. Lu, et al.; Br. J. Pharmacol. 124, 1227 (1998) Abstract
ESR study on the structure-antioxidant activity relationship of tea catechins and their epimers: Q. Guo, et al.; Biochim. Biophys. Acta 1427, 13 (1999) Abstract
Pharmacokinetics of the green tea derivative, EGCG, by the topical route of administration in mouse and human skin: K. Dvorakova, et al.; Cancer Chemother. Pharmacol. 43, 331 (1999) Abstract
Polyphenolic antioxidant (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate from green tea reduces UVB-induced inflammatory responses and infiltration of leukocytes in human skin: S.K. Katiyar, et al.; Photochem. Photobiol. 69, 148 (1999) Abstract
Antioxidant chemistry of green tea catechins. Identification of products of the reaction of (-)-epigallocatechin gallate with peroxyl radicals: S. Valcic, et al.; Chem. Res. Toxicol. 12, 382 (1999) Abstract
Antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic activity of tea polyphenols: Y. Kuroda & Y. Hara; Mutat. Res. 436, 69 (1999) Abstract
Inhibitory effect of green and black tea on tumor growth: A.H. Conney, et al.; Proc. Soc. Exp. Biol. Med. 220, 229 (1999) Abstract
Green tea epigallocatechin gallate: a natural inhibitor of fatty-acid synthase: X. Wang & W. Tian; BBRC 288, 1200 (2001) Abstract
Epigallocatechin gallate, a constituent of green tea, represses hepatic glucose production: M.E. Waltner-Law, et al.; J. Biol. Chem. 277, 34933 (2002) Abstract; Full Text
The specificities of protein kinase inhibitors: an update:: J. Bain, et al.; Biochem. J. 371, 199 (2003) Abstract; Full Text
Selective inhibition of ADAMTS-1, -4 and -5 by catechin gallate esters: M.N. Vankemmelbeke, et al.; Eur. J. Biochem. 270, 2394 (2003) Abstract
Epigallocatechin-3-gallate, constituent of green tea, suppresses the LPS-induced phenotypic and functional maturation of murine dendritic cells through inhibition of mitogen-activated protein kinases and NF-kappaB: S.C. Ahn, et al.; BBRC 313, 148 (2004) Abstract
Epigallocatechin-3-gallate inhibits epidermal growth factor receptor signaling pathway. Evidence for direct inhibition of ERK1/2 and AKT kinases: J.F. Sah, et al.; J. Biol. Chem. 279, 12755 (2004) Abstract
Inhibition of c-Jun NH2-terminal kinase activity improves ischemia/reperfusion injury in rat lungs: M. Ishii, et al.; J. Immunol. 172, 2569 (2004) Abstract
A constituent of green tea, epigallocatechin-3-gallate, activates endothelial nitric oxide synthase by a phosphatidylinositol-3-OH-kinase-, cAMP-dependent protein kinase-, and Akt-dependent pathway and leads to endothelial-dependent vasorelaxation: M. Lorenz, et al.; J. Biol. Chem. 279, 6190 (2004) Abstract; Full Text
Green tea polyphenols prevent toxin-induced hepatotoxicity in mice by down-regulating inducible nitric oxide-derived prooxidants: J.H. Chen, et al.; Am. J. Clin. Nutr. 80, 742 (2004) Abstract; Full Text
Neuroprotective effects of (-)-epigallocatechin gallate following hypoxia-ischemia-induced brain damage: novel mechanisms of action: B.A. Sutherland, et al.; FASEB J. 19, 258 (2005) Abstract; Full Text
Tea flavanols inhibit angiotensin-converting enzyme activity and increase nitric oxide production in human endothelial cells: I.A. Persson, et al.; J. Pharm. Pharmacol. 58, 1139 (2006) Abstract
General Literature References
Anticarcinogenic effects of (-)-epigallocatechin gallate: H. Fujiki, et al.; Prev. Med. 21, 503 (1992), (Review) Abstract
Absorption, metabolism and antioxidative effects of tea catechin in humans: T. Miyazawa; Biofactors 13, 55 (2000), (Review) Abstract
Inhibition of tumour invasion and angiogenesis by epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a major component of green tea: Y.D. Jung and L.M. Ellis; Int. J. Exp. Pathol. 82, 309 (2001), (Review) Abstract
Anti-invasive effects of green tea polyphenol epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), a natural inhibitor of metallo and serine proteases: R. Benelli, et al.; Biol. Chem. 383, 101 (2002), (Review) Abstract
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MAPK Pathway Inhibitors • Antitumor Agents (Enzyme Inhibitors) • NOS Inhibitors (NOS Induction & Enzyme Activity) • EGFR Kinase Inhibitors • PKC Inhibitors • Akt [PKB]/Related Products • Telomerase/Related Products • Natural Products - Nitric Oxide Pathway Modulators • Natural Products - Chemopreventive Agents • Fatty Acid Synthase [FAS]/Related Products • Active Substances from Fruit and Vegetables • JNK [SAPK1]/Related Products • Flavonoids/Related Products • Natural Products - Protein Kinase Inhibitors • Natural Products - Antitumor Reagents • Natural Products - Apoptosis Inducers & Inhibitors • Antitumor Agents (Apoptosis Inducers) • Antitumor Agents (DNA Interaction & Gene Regulation) • Natural Products - Anti-inflammatory Agents
 
 
ALX-350-021 Revised 05-Apr-08
Esculin . hydrate
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SYNONYMS 6,7-Dihydroxycoumarin 6-glucoside
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Antioxidants
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FORMULA: C15H16O9 . H2O
MW: 340.3 . 18.0
CAS NUMBER: 531-75-9
MERCK INDEX: 14: 3698
RTECS: DJ3085000
PURITY: ≥98% (HPLC)
APPEARANCE: White to off-white powder.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in methanol (50mg/ml).
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: -20°C

Product Description
Antioxidant used as a skin protectant. Shows vitamin P activity. Protects cells against DNA damage. Reduces ROS levels. Inhibits carcinogenesis.
Product Specific Literature References
HPLC Analysis of Esculin and Fraxin in Horse-Chestnut Bark (Aesculus hippocastanum L.): G. Stanic, et al.; Croatica Chemica Acta 72, 827 (1999) Full Text
Suppression of lipid hydroperoxide-induced oxidative damage to cellular DNA by esculetin: T. Kaneko, et al.; Biol. Pharm. Bull. 26, 840 (2003) Abstract
Effects of esculin and esculetin on the survival of Escherichia coli O157 in human faecal slurries, continuous-flow simulations of the rumen and colon and in calves: S.H. Duncan, et al.; Br. J. Nutr. 91, 749 (2004) Abstract
Inhibitory effect of esculin on oxidative DNA damage and carcinogenesis induced by N-nitrosobis(2-oxopropyl)amine in hamster pancreas: T. Kaneko, et al.; Biofactors 22, 83 (2004) Abstract
Anti-apoptotic effect of esculin on dopamine-induced cytotoxicity in the human neuroblastoma SH-SY5Y cell line: D.L. Zhao, et al.; Neuropharmacology 53, 724 (2007) Abstract
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Natural Products - Antitumor Reagents • Natural Products - Apoptosis Inducers & Inhibitors • Free Radical Scavengers
 
 
ALX-270-209 Revised 05-Apr-08
Etoposide
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SYNONYMS 4-Desmethylepipodophyllotoxin 9-(4,6-O-ethylidene)-β-D-glucopyranoside
VP-16-213
PRODUCT LINE Natural Products / Antibiotics
PRODUCT CATEGORY Natural Products - Topoisomerase Inhibitors
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ALX-270-209-M025   25 mg 30.00 USD Add To Cart
ALX-270-209-M100   100 mg 65.00 USD Add To Cart
ALX-270-209-M500   500 mg 260.00 USD Add To Cart
Product Specification
FORMULA: C29H32O13
MW: 588.6
CAS NUMBER: 33419-42-0
MERCK INDEX: 14: 3886
RTECS: KC0190000
SOURCE/HOST: Semisynthetic derivative of podophyllotoxin.
PURITY: ≥99%
APPEARANCE: White to off-white powder.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in DMSO, dimethyl formamide, ethyl ether or chloroform:methanol (1:1); slightly soluble in methanol or acetone; insoluble in water.
SHIPPING: AMBIENT
LONG TERM STORAGE: +20°C
USE/STABILITY: Store solutions in DMSO at 4°C. For long term storage prepare aliquots and store at -20°C.
HANDLING: Protect from light and moisture.
HAZARD: MAY BE CARCINOGENIC. TOXIC.

Product Description
Antitumor reagent. Topoisomerase II inhibitor. Induces apoptosis by FasL. Activates p53 resulting in upregulated expression of TRAIL-R2 (DR5) and Bak to overcome TRAIL resistance in Bax-deficient human colon carcinoma cancer cells.
Product Specific Literature References
The podophyllotoxin derivatives VP16-213 and VM26: B.F. Issell; Cancer Chemother. Pharmacol. 7, 73 (1982) Abstract
Etoposide: four decades of development of a topoisomerase II inhibitor: K.R. Hande; Eur. J. Cancer 34, 1514 (1998) Abstract
Etoposide sensitivity of human prostatic cancer cell lines PC-3, DU 145 and LNCaP: M. Salido, et al.; Histol. Histopathol. 14, 125 (1999) Abstract
A systematic review of the role of etoposide and cisplatin in the chemotherapy of small cell lung cancer with methodology assessment and meta-analysis: C. Mascaux, et al.; Lung Cancer 30, 23 (2000) Abstract
Distinct pathways for stimulation of cytochrome c release by etoposide: J.D. Robertson, et al.; J. Biol. Chem. 275, 32438 (2000) Abstract; Full Text
Ordering of ceramide formation, caspase activation, and Bax/Bcl-2 expression during etoposide-induced apoptosis in C6 glioma cells: M. Sawada, et al.; Cell Death Differ. 7, 761 (2000) Abstract
Etoposide-induced apoptosis is not associated with the fas pathway in acute myeloblastic leukemia cells: T. Siitonen, et al.; Leuk. Res. 24, 281 (2000) Abstract
Early caspase activation in leukemic cells subject to etoposide-induced G2-M arrest: evidence of commitment to apoptosis rather than mitotic cell death: R.J. Sleiman & B.W. Stewart; Clin. Cancer Res. 6, 3756 (2000) Abstract; Full Text
Cell cycle phase specificity in the potentiation of etoposide-induced DNA damage and apoptosis by KN-62, an inhibitor of calcium-calmodulin- dependent enzymes: M. Aoyama, et al.; Biochem Pharmacol 61, 49 (2001) Abstract
Deacetylase activity associates with topoisomerase II and is necessary for etoposide-induced apoptosis: C.A. Johnson, et al.; J. Biol. Chem. 276, 4539 (2001) Abstract; Full Text
In vitro topo II-DNA complex accumulation and cytotoxicity of etoposide in leukaemic cells from patients with acute myelogenous and chronic lymphocytic leukaemia: Y. Wang, et al.; Leuk. Res. 25, 133 (2001) Abstract
Etoposide: discovery and medicinal chemistry: P. Meresse, et al.; Curr. Med. Chem. 11, 2443 (2004), Review Abstract
Etoposide, topoisomerase II and cancer: E.L. Baldwin & N. Osheroff; Curr. Med. Chem. Anticancer Agents 5, 363 (2005), Review Abstract
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Antitumor Agents (Enzyme Inhibitors) • Natural Products - Apoptosis Inducers & Inhibitors • Other Toxins • Antitumor Agents (Apoptosis Inducers) • Natural Products - Antitumor Reagents
 
 
ALX-350-330 Revised 05-Apr-08
Evodiamine