Synonyms: 5-Aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide 1-beta-D-ribofuranoside; Acadesine; N1-(beta-D-Ribofuranosyl)-5-aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide
CAS Number: 2627-69-2
Formula: C9H14N4O5
Formula Weight: 258.23
Linear Formula: C9H14N4O5
MDL No.: MFCD00869751
Purity: >=98% (HPLC)
Melting Point: 214-215 C
Storage: -20C
EC Number: 220-097-5
UNSPSC Code: 12352200
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Biochem/physiol Actions: AICAR is a cell permeable activator of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), a metabolic master regulator that is activated in times of reduced energy availability (high cellular AMP:ATP ratios) and serves to inhibit anabolic processes. In vivo, pharmacologic activation of AMPK with AICAR mimics exercise and triggers insulin-independent glucose uptake by skeletal muscle.
RIDADR: NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany: 3
R Codes: 36/37/38
S Codes: 26-36
IOD Codes: Xi