Hexestrol
Hexestrol is a nonsteroidal synthetic estrogen, with a Ki of 0.06 and 0.06 nM for estrogen receptor alpha (ERα) and ERβ. Hexestrol can be used for the research of the diseases caused by estrogen deficiencym, and it also can increase the weight of cattle[1][2][3].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
84-16-2
UNSPSC
12352005
Hazard Statement
H302, H315, H319, H335
Target
Estrogen Receptor/ERR
Type
Reference compound
Related Pathways
Vitamin D Related/Nuclear Receptor
Applications
Metabolism-protein/nucleotide metabolism
Field of Research
Endocrinology
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/hexestrol.html
Concentration
10mM
Purity
99.88
Solubility
DMSO : 100 mg/mL (ultrasonic)
Smiles
CC[C@H](C1=CC=C(O)C=C1)[C@H](C2=CC=C(O)C=C2)CC
Molecular Formula
C18H22O2
Molecular Weight
270.37
Precautions
H302, H315, H319, H335
References & Citations
[1]HARDING FE, et, al. The oral use of hexestrol for estrogen deficiency. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1946 May; 51: 660-5.|[2]Oliveira JM, et, al. Effects of hexestrol on mouse ovarian morphology and ovulation. Maturitas. 2008 Jun 20; 60 (2) : 153-7.|[3]Kuiper GG, et, al. Comparison of the ligand binding specificity and transcript tissue distribution of estrogen receptors alpha and beta. Endocrinology. 1997 Mar;138 (3) :863-70.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
4°C (Powder, protect from light)
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
Isoform
ERα; ERβ
Available Sizes
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