Biologically Active Small Molecules
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8-iso Prostaglandin F2ß
Cayman Chemical8-iso PGF2β is an isomer of PGF2α with a non-enzymatic, non-cyclooxygenase origin. It is one of 64 possible isomers of PGF2α which can be produced by free radical peroxidation of arachidonic acid. 8-iso PGF2β exhibits very weak contraction of human umbilical vein artery and…
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Mps1-IN-2
Cayman ChemicalCAS Number: 1228817-38-6 Molecular Formula: C26H36N6O3 Formula Weight: 480.6
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Cyclothiazide
Cayman ChemicalA benzothiadiazide that acts as a potentiator of AMPA receptors, positively modulating its response to glutamic acid (EC50 = 3.8 µM); also a negative modulator of GABAA receptors, reversibly inhibiting both evoked and spontaneous inhibitory postsynaptic currents (IC50 =…
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5-trans Fluprostenol isopropyl ester
Cayman ChemicalTravoprost is the Alcon trade name for fluprostenol isopropyl ester, an F-series prostaglandin analog which has been approved for use as an ocular hypotensive drug. Fluprostenol isopropyl ester is a prodrug which is converted by esterase enzymatic activity in the cornea to yield the corresponding…
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DL-Cystathionine
Cayman ChemicalAn intermediate in the synthesis of cysteine that is produced from homocysteine and serine by the action of cystathionine-β-synthase; excess cystathionine in the urine is a hallmark of cystathioninuria.
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Sodium 4-Phenylbutyrate
Cayman ChemicalA chemical chaperone that rescues the trafficking of misfolded proteins and weakly blocks HDAC activity (IC50 = 0.4 mM), leading to cell cycle arrest, differentiation, and/or apoptosis of various tumors.
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Cysmethynil
Cayman ChemicalAn indole-based, time-dependent inhibitor of Icmt (IC50 = i = 0.14 µM for the final complex); decreases mTOR signaling, accumulation of cells in the G1 phase, and autophagy-mediated cell death in PC3 prostate cancer cells.
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SB-242084 (hydrochloride)
Cayman ChemicalAn antagonist of the 5-HT2C receptor (pKi = 9.0), with at least 100-fold more selectivity over other 5-HT, dopamine, or adrenergic receptors; brain penetrant with significant anxiolytic activity; used extensively in animal research.
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Danazol
Cayman ChemicalA derivative of testosterone and ethisterone that binds androgen receptors and sex hormone-binding globulin causing a 3-fold increase in free testosterone; possesses weak androgenic effects and inhibits the production of gonadotropins.
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Indole-3-Acetic Acid (sodium salt)
Cayman ChemicalA naturally occurring plant hormone of the auxin class that stimulates cell elongation and division, promoting plant growth and development.
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ONO-8711
Cayman ChemicalA potent and selective competitive antagonist of the EP1 receptor (Ki = 0.6 and 1.7 nM for human and mouse EP1, respectively); effectively reduces tumor incidence and multiplicity in mouse models of colon, breast, and oral cancer; suppresses pain and acid-induced HCO3- secretion in the stomach.
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4-Methylumbelliferyl 6-thio-Palmitate-ß-D-Glucopyranoside
Cayman ChemicalA fluorogenic substrate of palmitoyl-protein thioesterase.
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Guanosine 5'-triphosphate (sodium salt hydrate)
Cayman ChemicalA substrate for the synthesis of RNA during the transcription process and the synthesis of DNA during DNA replication; participates in G-protein-related signal transduction where it is converted to GDP through the action of GTPases.
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Citrinin
LKT LabsCitrinin is a mycotoxin initially produced by Penicillum, Aspergillus, and Monascus. Citrinin exhibits cytotoxic, cardiotoxic, nephrotoxic, and pro-oxidative activities. In leydig cells, citrinin inhibits testosterone production and induces caspase-mediated apoptosis. In embryos, citrinin alters…
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L-Carnitine Hydrochloride
LKT LabsL-Carnitine is an endogenous quaternary ammonium compound required for fatty acid transport; it is often given as a dietary supplement. The L-isomer is active, exhibiting anti-osteoporotic, antioxidative, and cardioprotective activities. In a clinical setting, L-carnitine administration increases…
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Primary Prostaglandin Metabolite LC-MS Mixture
Cayman ChemicalContains selected eicosanoids produced by the metabolism of prostaglandins; designed for direct use in LC-MS applications.
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6-trans Leukotriene B4
Cayman ChemicalA non-enzymatic hydrolysis product of LTA4 with reduced activity compared to LTB4; also produced by oxidative decomposition of CysLTs such as LTC4 in the presence of myeloperoxidase and hypochlorous acid.
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4-Nitrophenyl ß-D-Cellotrioside
Cayman ChemicalA chromogenic substrate for endoglucanases and cellobiohydrolases.
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JNJ-10198409
Cayman ChemicalAn inhibitor of PDGF-BB tyrosine kinase with an IC50 value of 4.2 nM when tested in human coronary artery smooth muscle cells.
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Tris-EDTA Stock Solution (10X, pH 7.4)
Cayman ChemicalTris-EDTA stock solution (TE) buffer contains a concentrated solution of filtered Tris-EDTA (10X, pH 7.4).
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Hygromycin B
Cayman ChemicalAn antibiotic which is used in molecular and cell biology to select for transformed cells expressing the hygromycin resistance gene; kills prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells by inhibiting protein synthesis.
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PDMP (hydrochloride)
Cayman ChemicalA ceramide analog that contains a mixture of all four possible stereoisomers.
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Acetylsalicylic Acid
LKT LabsNSAID and COX-1/2 inhibitor used to decrease inflammation. It inhibits platelet aggregation and prolongs bleeding time by decreasing levels of thromboxane A2. Chronic administration decreases risk of cancer and cardiovascular events.
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Nevirapine
Cayman ChemicalA non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor that binds to viral reverse transcriptase and blocks polymerase activity by preventing RNA plus-strand initiation (IC50s = ~ 0.45 to 0.9 μM).
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NSC 405020
Cayman ChemicalFormal Name: 3,4-dichloro-N-(1-methylbutyl)-benzamide CAS Number: 7497-07-6 Molecular Formula: C12H15Cl2NO
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BRD73954
Cayman ChemicalA small molecule inhibitor that potently and selectively inhibits both HDAC6 and HDAC8 (IC50s = 36 and 120 nM, respectively).
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Galloflavin
Cayman ChemicalAn LDH inhibitor (Kis = 5.46 and 15.06 µM, for the A and B isoforms, respectively) that prevents proliferation of many different cancer cells by blocking glycolysis and ATP production.
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1-Palmitoyl-2-oleoyl-3-linoleoyl-rac-glycerol
Cayman ChemicalPOL is a common triglyceride component in seed and vegetable oils including olive, sesame, soybean, canola, corn, hazelnut, and many others. POL is one of the standard triglyceride components used for the USP analysis of sesame oil for pharmaceutical applications.
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Prostaglandin F2a ethyl amide
Cayman ChemicalPGF2α-NEt is an analog of PGF2α in which the C-1 carboxyl group has been modified to an N-ethyl amide. PG esters have been shown to have ocular hypotensive activity. PG N-ethyl amides were recently introduced as alternative prostaglandin ocular hypotensive prodrugs. Although it has been…
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Astilbin
LKT LabsAstilbin is a flavonoid found in several plants, including species of Engelhardia and Smilax. Astilbin displays anticancer, antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and immunosuppressive activities. In vitro, astilbin inhibits expression of IL-1ß, IL-6, IL-10, MCP-1, and TNF-a, as well as activity of…