Date published: 2026-5-16

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CYP4A22 Activators

Cytochrome P450 4A22 (CYP4A22) is a member of the cytochrome P450 (CYP) enzyme family, a diverse group of enzymes that play a crucial role in the oxidation of organic substances. CYP4A22 is specifically involved in the metabolism of fatty acids, particularly in the hydroxylation of medium and long-chain fatty acids. This reaction is important for the breakdown and subsequent utilization or storage of fatty acids within the body.

CYP4A22 is expressed in the liver, which is the central organ for metabolic regulation, including lipid metabolism. The activity of CYP4A22 can influence the levels of various lipid species and has implications in energy homeostasis. Due to its role in lipid metabolism, CYP4A22 may be involved in pathophysiological conditions related to metabolic disorders, such as obesity, diabetes, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.The expression of CYP4A22 is regulated by peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs), particularly PPARα, which is activated by fatty acids and fibrate drugs. Upon activation, PPARα binds to the peroxisome proliferator response element (PPRE) in the promoter region of genes like CYP4A22, leading to their transcriptional activation.

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Fenofibrate

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

Can also activate PPARα leading to the upregulation of P450 enzymes including CYP4A22.

WY 14643

50892-23-4sc-203314
50 mg
$136.00
7
(1)

A PPARα agonist known to induce the expression of P450 enzymes by activating the receptor, which could increase CYP4A22 levels.

Bezafibrate

41859-67-0sc-204650B
sc-204650
sc-204650A
sc-204650C
500 mg
1 g
5 g
10 g
$31.00
$46.00
$122.00
$204.00
5
(1)

Another PPARα agonist that could stimulate CYP4A22 expression as part of its lipid-regulating effects.

Gemfibrozil

25812-30-0sc-204764
sc-204764A
5 g
25 g
$66.00
$267.00
2
(2)

May induce CYP4A22 through PPARα activation, affecting lipid metabolism.

Ciprofibrate

52214-84-3sc-204689
sc-204689A
25 mg
100 mg
$58.00
$172.00
(0)

Could potentially induce CYP4A22 expression by PPARα-mediated mechanisms.

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)

An omega-3 fatty acid that might induce CYP4A22 expression through PPARα activation.

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)

Another omega-3 fatty acid which could modulate CYP4A22 levels via PPARα.

Linoleic Acid

60-33-3sc-200788
sc-200788A
sc-200788B
sc-200788C
100 mg
1 g
5 g
25 g
$34.00
$64.00
$166.00
$281.00
4
(2)

May induce CYP4A22 expression due to its role as a substrate for the enzyme, potentially upregulating its own metabolism.

Arachidonic Acid (20:4, n-6)

506-32-1sc-200770
sc-200770A
sc-200770B
100 mg
1 g
25 g
$92.00
$240.00
$4328.00
9
(1)

As a substrate of CYP4A22, it could lead to increased expression of the enzyme to facilitate its metabolism.

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

117-81-7sc-254975
1 g
$57.00
2
(0)

Known to affect the expression of various P450 enzymes, could influence CYP4A22 expression.