Date published: 2025-12-22

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HEXA Inhibitors

HEXA inhibitors belong to a distinctive chemical class characterized by their ability to modulate the activity of the human exo-alpha-sialidase enzyme, denoted as HEXA. This enzyme, also known as neuraminidase-1 (NEU1), plays a pivotal role in the catalysis of hydrolysis reactions involving terminal sialic acid residues. Sialic acids are essential components of cell surface glycoconjugates and are involved in various physiological processes, including cell adhesion and signaling. HEXA inhibitors are designed to impede the enzymatic activity of HEXA by binding to its active site, thus disrupting the hydrolysis of sialic acid residues. This inhibition has far-reaching consequences on cellular processes regulated by sialic acids, influencing aspects of cell recognition, adhesion, and communication.HEXA inhibitors exhibit a diverse array of chemical scaffolds, often designed with a focus on interactions with key amino acid residues within the HEXA active site. The development of these inhibitors involves a combination of medicinal chemistry, structural biology, and computational approaches to optimize binding affinity and selectivity. Researchers aim to elucidate the precise molecular mechanisms underlying the interaction between HEXA inhibitors and the enzyme, enabling the design of more potent and specific compounds. The exploration of HEXA inhibitors as a chemical class contributes not only to our understanding of fundamental cellular processes but also holds potential implications for the development of novel strategies in various scientific fields, such as glycobiology and enzymology.

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(Z)-Pugnac

132489-69-1sc-204415A
sc-204415
5 mg
10 mg
$220.00
$373.00
3
(1)

(Z)-Pugnac is a versatile acid halide characterized by its unique reactivity and ability to form stable intermediates in nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions. Its distinct stereochemistry influences the orientation of electrophilic attack, enhancing selectivity in synthetic pathways. The compound exhibits strong dipole interactions, which facilitate solvation and enhance reactivity with various nucleophiles. Additionally, (Z)-Pugnac's ability to stabilize transition states contributes to its efficient reaction kinetics, making it a valuable tool in organic synthesis.

Chloroquine

54-05-7sc-507304
250 mg
$68.00
2
(0)

Chloroquine is a lysosomotropic agent, which can increase lysosomal pH and thereby impede the function of lysosomal enzymes like HEXA.

Galacto-PUGNAc

1145878-98-3sc-489532
sc-489532A
0.5 mg
5 mg
$666.00
$5200.00
(0)

Galacto-PUGNAc is a distinctive acid halide known for its selective reactivity in glycosylation reactions. Its unique structural features promote specific interactions with carbohydrate moieties, allowing for the formation of complex glycosidic bonds. The compound's steric hindrance influences the regioselectivity of nucleophilic attacks, while its polar functional groups enhance solubility in various solvents. This combination of properties leads to efficient reaction pathways and robust intermediates in synthetic applications.

hydroxychloroquine

118-42-3sc-507426
5 g
$56.00
1
(0)

Hydroxychloroquine, like chloroquine, also acts by increasing lysosomal pH, thus indirectly inhibiting HEXA's function.

Propranolol

525-66-6sc-507425
100 mg
$180.00
(0)

Propranolol, a beta-adrenergic antagonist, can influence the cellular trafficking of lysosomal enzymes, potentially affecting HEXA activity.

Verapamil

52-53-9sc-507373
1 g
$367.00
(0)

Verapamil, a calcium channel blocker, can alter intracellular calcium concentrations, which can indirectly influence the function of lysosomal enzymes like HEXA.

Colchicine

64-86-8sc-203005
sc-203005A
sc-203005B
sc-203005C
sc-203005D
sc-203005E
1 g
5 g
50 g
100 g
500 g
1 kg
$98.00
$315.00
$2244.00
$4396.00
$17850.00
$34068.00
3
(2)

Colchicine disrupts microtubule function, which could impact the trafficking of HEXA to the lysosome.

Nocodazole

31430-18-9sc-3518B
sc-3518
sc-3518C
sc-3518A
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
50 mg
$58.00
$83.00
$140.00
$242.00
38
(2)

Nocodazole, like colchicine, disrupts microtubules, potentially affecting the cellular localization of HEXA.

Monensin A

17090-79-8sc-362032
sc-362032A
5 mg
25 mg
$152.00
$515.00
(1)

Monensin is a sodium ionophore that can disrupt protein trafficking to lysosomes, which may indirectly influence HEXA activity.

Bafilomycin A1

88899-55-2sc-201550
sc-201550A
sc-201550B
sc-201550C
100 µg
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
$96.00
$250.00
$750.00
$1428.00
280
(6)

Bafilomycin A1 inhibits vacuolar-type H+-ATPase, thereby increasing lysosomal pH and indirectly inhibiting HEXA's function.