Cepharanthine
Cepharanthine is a natural bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid with documented anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antitumor properties. It functions by inhibiting TNF-α-induced NF-κB activation, lipid peroxidation, platelet aggregation, and cytokine production. This compound is widely used in research areas including oncology, immunology, and inflammation, with applications in both cellular and animal model studies.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
481-49-2
Product Name Alternative
O-Methylcepharanoline; NSC 623442
Field of Research
Cell Biology, Immunology & Inflammation
Purity
>98%
Bioactivity
Antiinflammatory natural product; Antioxidant
Form
Powder
Solubility
Soluble in DMSO (up to at least 50 mg/ml)
Smiles
COc1ccc2C[C@H]3N (C) CCc4cc (OC) c (Oc5c6OCOc6cc6CCN (C) [C@@H] (Cc7ccc (Oc1c2) cc7) c56) cc34
Molecular Formula
C37H38N2O6
Molecular Weight
606.7
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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