Ob inhibitors refer to a distinct class of compounds that are designed to interact with and modulate the function of the hormone leptin, also known as "obesity factor" (Ob). Leptin is a protein hormone primarily secreted by adipose tissue, and it plays a pivotal role in regulating energy balance and body weight. The hormone exerts its effects by binding to specific receptors in the hypothalamus and other tissues, thereby influencing various physiological processes related to appetite, metabolism, and energy expenditure.
Ob inhibitors are tailored to target and disrupt the interactions between leptin and its receptors, affecting the downstream signaling pathways involved in energy homeostasis. By perturbing these interactions, researchers aim to gain insights into the intricate mechanisms underlying obesity and related metabolic disorders. These inhibitors provide a valuable tool for understanding the complexities of leptin signaling and its broader implications for the regulation of body weight and metabolism. Investigating the effects of Ob inhibitors sheds light on the interplay between leptin, the central nervous system, and peripheral tissues, thereby contributing to the broader understanding of how hormonal signals orchestrate the delicate balance between energy intake and expenditure.
| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Piroxicam | 36322-90-4 | sc-200576 sc-200576A | 1 g 5 g | $109.00 $376.00 | 2 | |
Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that might impact OB-fold proteins involved in inflammation, potentially affecting their interactions and functions. | ||||||
Sodium 1-naphthalenesulfonate | 130-14-3 | sc-229291 sc-229291A | 5 g 25 g | $32.00 $72.00 | ||
Naphthalene sulfonates are small molecules that might interact with OB-fold proteins, affecting their binding interactions and functions. | ||||||
Curcumin | 458-37-7 | sc-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 | |
Curcumin might interact with OB-fold-containing proteins, influencing their ligand or nucleic acid binding activities and potential cellular functions. | ||||||
Quercetin | 117-39-5 | sc-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 | |
Quercetin is a flavonoid that might interact with OB-fold proteins, potentially affecting their binding activities and cellular roles. | ||||||
Suramin sodium | 129-46-4 | sc-507209 sc-507209F sc-507209A sc-507209B sc-507209C sc-507209D sc-507209E | 50 mg 100 mg 250 mg 1 g 10 g 25 g 50 g | $152.00 $214.00 $728.00 $2601.00 $10965.00 $21838.00 $41096.00 | 5 | |
Suramin is a polyanionic compound that might interact with OB-fold proteins, potentially influencing their interactions and cellular functions. | ||||||
Proflavine hemisulfate salt | 1811-28-5 | sc-215749 sc-215749A | 10 g 25 g | $37.00 $112.00 | ||
Proflavine is a small molecule that might interact with OB-fold-containing proteins, potentially affecting their binding activities and functions. | ||||||
Tetracycline | 60-54-8 | sc-205858 sc-205858A sc-205858B sc-205858C sc-205858D | 10 g 25 g 100 g 500 g 1 kg | $63.00 $94.00 $270.00 $417.00 $634.00 | 6 | |
Tetracycline antibiotics might interact with OB-fold proteins, potentially influencing their ligand or nucleic acid binding activities. | ||||||
Fludarabine | 21679-14-1 | sc-204755 sc-204755A | 5 mg 25 mg | $58.00 $204.00 | 15 | |
Fludarabine is a nucleoside analog that might interact with OB-fold-containing proteins, influencing their binding activities and functions. | ||||||