Cepharanthine

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SKU:: 592542
Molecular Weight:: 606.7
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 481-49-2
Extra Details:: Cepharanthine is a bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid from tubers of Stephania sp. first reported by Japanese researchers, Kondo and Keimatsu, in 1938. Cepharanthine exhibits a wide range of biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antitumor, cytoprotective and antibacterial. Cepharanthine inhibits AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) and NFκB signaling pathways. Cepharanthine has been used as a therapeutic agent in Japan since the 1950s. Source: Stephania sp. Synonyms: (+)-Cepharanthine, Cepharanthin, Cepharantin, O-Methylcepharanoline CAS No: 481-49-2 Molecular Formula: C37H38N2O6 Molecular Weight: 606.7 Appearance: White solid Solubility: Methanol, DMSO. Storage and Stability: Lyophilized and reconstituted products are stable for 6 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with methanol or DMSO. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.