5-Azacytidine


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Cat.No.:  BSM-0033
Product Name:  5-Azacytidine
CAS No.:  320-67-2
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Synonyms:  4-Amino-1-β-D-ribofuranosyl-1,3,5-triazin-2(1H)-one Ladakamycin; U-18496; NSC-102816; 5-AzaC
Description:  Specific and potent inhibitor of DNA methyltransferase, DNMT1. Acts as a suicide substrate for methyltransferases after incorporation into DNA. Induces apoptosis in HCT-116 colon cancer cells which is mediated by p53 and its downstream effectors p21 (WAF1) and GADD45. Increases stem cell reprogramming efficiency. Induces cardiac differentiation of human umbilical cord-derived MSCs. Reverses drug resistance in bladder cancer cells. Antileukemic agent. Cell permeable.
Appearance:  White powder.
Molecular Weight:  244.2
Purity:  >98% (TLC); NMR (Conforms)
Storage:  Store desiccated as supplied at -20°C for up to 2 years. Store solutions at -20°C for up to 1 month.
Molecular Formula:  C8H12N4O5
Solubility:  Dissolved in DMSO (25 mg/ml); Water (12 mg/ml).
Warning:  For Research Use Only! Not For Use in Humans.

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