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OAT6 Inhibitors

OAT6 inhibitors are a class of compounds that affect the function of the organic anion transporter 6 (OAT6) by influencing the specific pathways and biological processes it is involved in. These inhibitors can act either by directly competing with the natural substrates of OAT6 or by changing the physiological conditions under which OAT6 operates. For instance, salicylic acid and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like indomethacin, ibuprofen, and ketoprofen inhibit cyclooxygenase enzymes, leading to reduced prostaglandin synthesis. The decrease in prostaglandin levels influences renal blood flow and can indirectly inhibit the functional activity of OAT6 by affecting the renal excretion process. Similarly, loop diuretics like furosemide alter urine flow and electrolyte levels, which may affect OAT6's ability to transport organic anions due to changes in the renal environment. Other compounds, such as probenecid and cimetidine, act by directly competing with the substrates of OAT6. Probenecid is known to block the transport of organic anions by directly inhibiting the OAT family, and cimetidine inhibits renal secretion of organic anions by competing for renal transport systems, thus decreasing OAT6 activity. Losartan, by antagonizing angiotensin II receptors, can inducehemodynamic changes that may indirectly influence OAT6 activity. Atorvastatin and nicotinic acid, though not directly associated with OAT6, can impact liver function and the expression of various proteins, including those involved in organic anion transport, leading to an indirect reduction in OAT6 function. Additionally, quinidine, while primarily known for its effects on organic cation transporters, could alter the electrochemical gradient necessary for OAT6 function, resulting in inhibition. Lastly, pyrazinamide, which is metabolized to pyrazinoic acid, can compete with the natural substrates of OAT6, thus inhibiting its functional activity.

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Probenecid-d14

sc-219644
1 mg
$273.00
(0)

Probenecid-d14 demonstrates intriguing interactions with the OAT6 transporter, where its isotopic labeling allows for enhanced tracking of molecular dynamics. The compound's unique structural features promote specific binding affinities, influencing the kinetics of organic anion transport. Its distinct hydrophilic and hydrophobic balance contributes to its solubility profile, offering insights into the mechanisms of substrate selectivity and the modulation of transport pathways in cellular environments.

Salicylic acid

69-72-7sc-203374
sc-203374A
sc-203374B
100 g
500 g
1 kg
$46.00
$92.00
$117.00
3
(1)

Salicylic acid can inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which are involved in the synthesis of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins can modulate renal blood flow, which could affect the function of organic anion transporters like OAT6 by altering the renal excretion process.

Probenecid

57-66-9sc-202773
sc-202773A
sc-202773B
sc-202773C
1 g
5 g
25 g
100 g
$27.00
$38.00
$98.00
$272.00
28
(2)

Probenecid is known to inhibit the OAT family by blocking the transport of organic anions. As OAT6 is an organic anion transporter, probenecid can directly inhibit its activity by competing for its substrate binding sites.

Indomethacin

53-86-1sc-200503
sc-200503A
1 g
5 g
$28.00
$37.00
18
(1)

Indomethacin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that inhibits COX enzymes. By decreasing prostaglandin synthesis, it can influence renal blood flow and consequently the activity of renal organic anion transporters like OAT6.

Ibuprofen

15687-27-1sc-200534
sc-200534A
1 g
5 g
$52.00
$86.00
6
(0)

Ibuprofen acts as a COX inhibitor, leading to reduced synthesis of prostaglandins. This reduction can influence the renal handling of organic anions, thus potentially decreasing the functional activity of OAT6.

Losartan

114798-26-4sc-353662
100 mg
$127.00
18
(1)

Losartan, an angiotensin II receptor antagonist, can influence renal blood flow and glomerular filtration rates. These hemodynamic changes can indirectly inhibit the activity of OAT6 by altering the renal clearance of organic anions.

Furosemide

54-31-9sc-203961
50 mg
$40.00
(1)

Furosemide is a loop diuretic that inhibits the Na+/K+/2Cl- cotransporter in the kidney. Its diuretic action can lead to changes in urine flow and electrolyte levels, which could indirectly affect OAT6's ability to transport organic anions.

Cimetidine

51481-61-9sc-202996
sc-202996A
5 g
10 g
$62.00
$86.00
1
(1)

Cimetidine is an H2 receptor antagonist that can inhibit renal secretion of organic anions by competing with them for renal transport systems, including OAT6, thereby decreasing its functional activity.

Ketoprofen

22071-15-4sc-205359
sc-205359A
5 g
25 g
$93.00
$308.00
2
(0)

Ketoprofen, another COX inhibitor, reduces prostaglandin synthesis, which can affect renal function and thus the activity of OAT6 in the transport of organic anions.

Quinidine

56-54-2sc-212614
10 g
$102.00
3
(1)

Quinidine can inhibit various organic cation transporters and might have similar effects on organic anion transporters like OAT6, by altering the electrochemical gradient required for its function.