Date published: 2026-5-13

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B-FABP Activators

B-FABP activators, in this context, are chemicals that can indirectly influence the activity or expression of Brain-Type Fatty Acid Binding Protein. B-FABP's primary function is to bind and transport long-chain fatty acids in the brain, and its activity is closely tied to lipid metabolism and cellular fatty acid levels.

Omega-3 fatty acids like DHA and EPA are natural ligands for fatty acid binding proteins. By increasing the availability of these fatty acids, B-FABP activity could be indirectly modulated. Lithium chloride, known for its effects on neural function, might also influence B-FABP expression in brain tissues.

Curcumin and resveratrol, with their broad effects on cellular signaling and metabolism, might impact lipid metabolism pathways and thereby influence B-FABP function. PPARγ agonists like pioglitazone and rosiglitazone are known to regulate lipid metabolism and could have implications for B-FABP activity.Metformin, commonly used in diabetes management, influences metabolic pathways, including lipid metabolism, which could affect B-FABP. Similarly, lipid-lowering drugs like fenofibrate and simvastatin might modulate B-FABP function by altering lipid profiles. Niacin (Vitamin B3), with its role in managing lipid levels, could also indirectly influence B-FABP activity.

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Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

Docosa-4Z,7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z,19Z-hexaenoic Acid (22:6, n-3)

6217-54-5sc-200768
sc-200768A
sc-200768B
sc-200768C
sc-200768D
100 mg
1 g
10 g
50 g
100 g
$94.00
$210.00
$1779.00
$8021.00
$16657.00
11
(1)

DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, is a natural ligand for FABPs and may influence B-FABP activity.

Eicosa-5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z-pentaenoic Acid (20:5, n-3)

10417-94-4sc-200766
sc-200766A
100 mg
1 g
$104.00
$431.00
(0)

EPA, another omega-3 fatty acid, could bind to and modulate B-FABP function.

Lithium

7439-93-2sc-252954
50 g
$214.00
(0)

Lithium chloride can modulate signaling pathways and might influence B-FABP expression in neural tissues.

Curcumin

458-37-7sc-200509
sc-200509A
sc-200509B
sc-200509C
sc-200509D
sc-200509F
sc-200509E
1 g
5 g
25 g
100 g
250 g
1 kg
2.5 kg
$37.00
$69.00
$109.00
$218.00
$239.00
$879.00
$1968.00
47
(1)

Curcumin affects multiple signaling pathways and might influence lipid metabolism and B-FABP activity.

Resveratrol

501-36-0sc-200808
sc-200808A
sc-200808B
100 mg
500 mg
5 g
$80.00
$220.00
$460.00
64
(2)

Resveratrol can modulate various signaling pathways, potentially affecting B-FABP function.

1,1-Dimethylbiguanide, Hydrochloride

1115-70-4sc-202000F
sc-202000A
sc-202000B
sc-202000C
sc-202000D
sc-202000E
sc-202000
10 mg
5 g
10 g
50 g
100 g
250 g
1 g
$20.00
$43.00
$63.00
$156.00
$260.00
$510.00
$31.00
37
(1)

Metformin, primarily used for type 2 diabetes, can influence lipid metabolism and may affect B-FABP.

Fenofibrate

49562-28-9sc-204751
5 g
$41.00
9
(1)

Fenofibrate, a lipid-lowering drug, can modulate lipid metabolism and potentially B-FABP activity.

Simvastatin

79902-63-9sc-200829
sc-200829A
sc-200829B
sc-200829C
50 mg
250 mg
1 g
5 g
$31.00
$89.00
$135.00
$443.00
13
(1)

Simvastatin, a statin used for cholesterol management, might influence lipid metabolism and B-FABP function.

Nicotinic Acid

59-67-6sc-205768
sc-205768A
250 g
500 g
$62.00
$124.00
1
(1)

Niacin can affect lipid profiles and may indirectly influence B-FABP activity.