Metyrosine
Metyrosine (α-Methyltyrosine) is a tyrosine hydroxylase inhibitor used in research for hypertension. It effectively lowers blood pressure and has been shown to significantly inhibit COX-2 activity in experimental models, supporting investigations into catecholamine synthesis and inflammatory pathways.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
672-87-7
Product Name Alternative
Metyrosine, inflammation, inhibit, Inhibitor, gastric, COX, COX-2, Cyclooxygenase, alpha-Methyltyrosine, a-Methyltyrosine, catecholamine, blood, anti-ulcerative, pressure, synthesis, α-Methyltyrosine
Field of Research
Immunology & Inflammation, Neuroscience
Purity
98.68% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
H2O:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble) ; DMSO:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble)
Smiles
C[C@] (N) (Cc1ccc (O) cc1) C (O) =O
Molecular Formula
C10H13NO3
Molecular Weight
195.22
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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