Cytarabine
Cytarabine (Ara-C) is a nucleoside analog DNA synthesis inhibitor with an IC50 of 16 nM. It functions by inhibiting DNA polymerase, leading to cell cycle arrest, autophagy, and apoptosis. This compound is widely used in cancer research, demonstrating antitumor activity in both in vitro and in vivo experimental models.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
147-94-4
Product Name Alternative
Arabinocytidine; Cytosine β-D-Arabinofuranoside; U-19920A; Ara-C
Field of Research
Cell Biology
Purity
>98%
Bioactivity
DNA damaging agent; antiviral
Form
Powder
Solubility
Soluble in DMSO (up to 12 mg/ml), or in Water (up to 24 mg/ml) .
Smiles
O[C@@H]1[C@@H] (O[C@H] (CO) [C@H]1O) N2C (=O) N=C (N) C=C2
Molecular Formula
C9H13N3O5
Molecular Weight
243.2
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
Other Product Names
4-Amino-1-β-D-arabinofuranosyl-2 (1H) -pyrimidinone
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