Metformin Hydrochloride

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SKU:: M3009-75A
Molecular Weight:: 165.62
Purity:: ≥98%
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 1115-70-4
Format:: White to off-white solid
Extra Details:: Inhibits hepatic gluconeogenesis by activating AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). A widely used anti-hyperglycemic (anti-diabetic) agent for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Anti-cancer activity of metformin has been attributed to several mechanisms such as inhibition of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR), cancer stem cells and inflammation. Synonyms: N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic Diamide Hydrochloride; Diabetosan; Diabex; Glucophage; Metiguanide; Glucoform; Glucomet; Glucomin; Glucomine; Orabet; Siamformet; Walaphage; Glumetza CAS No: Water Molecular Formula: C4H12ClN5 Molecular Weight: 165.62 Appearance: White to off-white solid Purity: ≥98% Identity: Conforms to structure Method for Determining Identity: Proton NMR Spectroscopic Analysis TLC Conditions: C18; Acetonitrile: Methanol: Water: Acetic Acid; 5ml: 3ml: 2ml: 10 drops; Visualized with UV and AMCS; Rf=0.5. Melting Point: 216-220°C Solubility: Water, Methanol, DMSO (Heated) Chloride: ~20% Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.