(E) -Flavokawain A
(E) -Flavokawain A, a chalcone extracted from Kava, has anticarcinogenic effect. (E) -Flavokawain A induces apoptosis in bladder cancer cells by involvement of bax protein-dependent and mitochondria-dependent apoptotic pathway and suppresses tumor growth in mice[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
37951-13-6
UNSPSC
12352005
Hazard Statement
H302, H315, H319
Target
Apoptosis
Type
Natural Products
Related Pathways
Apoptosis
Applications
Cancer-programmed cell death
Field of Research
Cancer
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/flavokawain-a.html
Purity
99.79
Solubility
DMSO : 25 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C)
Smiles
O=C(C1=C(OC)C=C(OC)C=C1O)/C=C/C2=CC=C(OC)C=C2
Molecular Formula
C18H18O5
Molecular Weight
314.33
Precautions
H302, H315, H319
References & Citations
[1]Zi X, et al. Flavokawain A, a novel chalcone from kava extract, induces apoptosis in bladder cancer cells by involvement of Bax protein-dependent and mitochondria-dependent apoptotic pathway and suppresses tumor growth in mice. Cancer Res. 2005 Apr 15;65 (8) :3479-86.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
4°C (Powder, protect from light)
Scientific Category
Natural Products
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
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