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IL-10 Activators

IL-10 Activators represent a diverse class of chemicals that facilitate the upregulation or increased functionality of interleukin-10 (IL-10), an important anti-inflammatory cytokine. These chemicals target various signaling pathways and receptors to achieve their effects. For instance, dexamethasone functions by activating the glucocorticoid receptor, while 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D3 interacts with the vitamin D receptor (VDR) to modulate IL-10 expression. On the other hand, compounds like resveratrol and curcumin target cellular enzymes and transcription factors such as SIRT1 and PPAR-γ, respectively, to upregulate IL-10 expression. Furthermore, chemicals like spermine and 5-Aza-2'-deoxycytidine act through more specific mechanisms like STAT3 signaling and gene demethylation to impact IL-10 levels.

Similarly, some activators exploit immune signaling pathways; for example, lipopolysaccharide (LPS) acts on Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4), driving IL-10 production as an anti-inflammatory countermeasure. Aspirin, a well-known nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which has been found to increase IL-10 production. Quercetin, a flavonoid, activates the Nrf2 pathway, known for its role in anti-inflammatory responses, leading to IL-10 upregulation.

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Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

Resveratrol

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

Activates SIRT1, which subsequently induces IL-10 expression.

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)

Activates PPAR-γ, which can upregulate IL-10 transcription.

1α,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D3

32222-06-3sc-202877B
sc-202877A
sc-202877C
sc-202877D
sc-202877
50 µg
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
100 µg
$220.00
$645.00
$1000.00
$1500.00
$440.00
32
(2)

Binds to VDR and positively regulates IL-10 expression.

Spermine

71-44-3sc-212953A
sc-212953
sc-212953B
sc-212953C
1 g
5 g
25 g
100 g
$61.00
$196.00
$277.00
$901.00
1
(0)

Activates STAT3 signaling, enhancing IL-10 gene expression.

Retinoic Acid, all trans

302-79-4sc-200898
sc-200898A
sc-200898B
sc-200898C
500 mg
5 g
10 g
100 g
$66.00
$325.00
$587.00
$1018.00
28
(1)

Activates RAR, leading to an increase in IL-10 expression.

PD 98059

167869-21-8sc-3532
sc-3532A
1 mg
5 mg
$40.00
$92.00
212
(2)

Inhibits MEK1/2, which is known to upregulate IL-10 expression.

5-Aza-2′-Deoxycytidine

2353-33-5sc-202424
sc-202424A
sc-202424B
25 mg
100 mg
250 mg
$218.00
$322.00
$426.00
7
(1)

Promotes gene demethylation, leading to the upregulation of IL-10.

Forskolin

66575-29-9sc-3562
sc-3562A
sc-3562B
sc-3562C
sc-3562D
5 mg
50 mg
1 g
2 g
5 g
$78.00
$153.00
$740.00
$1413.00
$2091.00
73
(3)

Activates adenylate cyclase, raising cAMP levels and promoting IL-10 production.

Quercetin

117-39-5sc-206089
sc-206089A
sc-206089E
sc-206089C
sc-206089D
sc-206089B
100 mg
500 mg
100 g
250 g
1 kg
25 g
$11.00
$17.00
$110.00
$250.00
$936.00
$50.00
33
(2)

Activates Nrf2 pathway, leading to upregulation of IL-10 expression.