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Forskolin, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Forskolin acts as an adenylyl cyclase activator. It is used in the treatment of hypertension, asthma, eczema, psoriasis, congestive heart failure, angina, stomachache, gastric and intestinal spasm. It also plays an important role in the treatment of rheumatism, heart, blood and circulation conditions and cancers. It is used to induce menstruation and as an oral contraceptive.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
General Description
• Forskolin is a diterpenoid and cyclic ketone, found naturally as a plant metabolite
• It is a protein kinase A agonist and a cyclic ketone • Forskolin is an antihypertensive and muscle relaxant; it can also promote the release of pituitary hormones and prevent platelet aggregation
Application
• Forskolin assists in neuron differentiation in vitro
• Useful for studies of cell metabolism and development; there is some evidence of its usefulness in the study of glaucoma
• It is intended for cell culture and biochemistry applications
Specifications
Specifications
Color | White |
Quantity | 10 mg |
Beilstein | 1692716 |
Merck Index | 14,2476 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in ethanol,dimethylsulfoxide and chloroform; Insolule in water. |
Formula Weight | 410.51 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
Physical Form | Solid |
Chemical Name or Material | Forskolin |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H312 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P280-P302+P352-P312-P363-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 266-410-9 |
RTECSNumber | QL6150000 |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Store at -20°C |
RUO – Research Use Only
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