Amylase 1 inhibitors belong to a specific chemical class of compounds meticulously designed to modulate the activity of the Amylase 1 enzyme. Amylase 1, an enzyme primarily produced in the salivary glands and pancreas, plays a significant role in carbohydrate digestion by hydrolyzing complex starches into simpler sugars. These inhibitors are thoughtfully crafted molecules engineered to interact with the Amylase 1 enzyme, influencing its normal function. Through these interactions, they might impact various cellular processes associated with carbohydrate metabolism, digestive processes, and enzymatic reactions, without directly altering its catalytic site or its involvement in the digestion of dietary starches.
The design of Amylase 1 inhibitors is rooted in a comprehensive understanding of the structural and functional attributes of the Amylase 1 enzyme. Typically developed using advanced chemical synthesis methods and informed by insights from enzymology, these inhibitors are characterized by their ability to selectively bind to Amylase 1. This selectivity enables focused modulation of enzymatic pathways that rely on the activity of this specific enzyme. Unraveling the intricacies of carbohydrate digestion, dietary nutrient utilization, and enzymatic processes often employ Amylase 1 inhibitors as valuable tools. The development and utilization of Amylase 1 inhibitors contribute to advancing our knowledge of the complex interplay between cellular components and digestive dynamics, offering insights into the fundamental molecular mechanisms that govern carbohydrate breakdown and contribute to nutrient absorption.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Acarbose | 56180-94-0 | sc-203492 sc-203492A | 1 g 5 g | $222.00 $593.00 | 1 | |
Acarbose is an inhibitor of both amylase 1 and amylase 2. It works by competitively inhibiting these enzymes, reducing the breakdown of complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars, and subsequently slowing the absorption of glucose in the digestive tract. | ||||||
Voglibose | 83480-29-9 | sc-204384 sc-204384A | 10 mg 50 mg | $194.00 $668.00 | ||
Voglibose is another inhibitor of both amylase 1 and amylase 2. Similar to acarbose, it competitively inhibits these enzymes, leading to reduced carbohydrate digestion and slowed glucose absorption in the intestines. | ||||||
Miglitol | 72432-03-2 | sc-221943 | 10 mg | $158.00 | 1 | |
Miglitol inhibits amylase 1 and amylase 2 in the small intestine, delaying the digestion of carbohydrates and lowering the postprandial rise in blood glucose levels. | ||||||
Pramlintide-d3 | 151126-32-8 (free base) | sc-476347 | 0.25 mg | $490.00 | ||
Pramlintide, a compound for diabetes, may inhibit amylase 1. It works by slowing down gastric emptying, which can reduce the rate of carbohydrate digestion and absorption, helping to control postprandial blood sugar levels. | ||||||
(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate | 989-51-5 | sc-200802 sc-200802A sc-200802B sc-200802C sc-200802D sc-200802E | 10 mg 50 mg 100 mg 500 mg 1 g 10 g | $42.00 $72.00 $124.00 $238.00 $520.00 $1234.00 | 11 | |
Green tea extract contains catechins that may inhibit amylase 1. These compounds can interfere with the enzyme's activity, reducing carbohydrate breakdown and the subsequent absorption of glucose. | ||||||