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Baicalein (CAS 491-67-8)

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Alternate Names:
5,6,7-Trihydroxyflavone
Application:
Baicalein is an inhibitor of Ca2+ uptake, 5-LO, and 12-LO
CAS Number:
491-67-8
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
270.23
Molecular Formula:
C15H10O5
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Baicalein is a flavonoid originally found in the roots of Scutellaria baicalensis and several other plants, widely recognized for its biological activity in various research applications. The compound is of interest for its potent antioxidant properties, which make it a subject of study in oxidative stress-related research. Baicalein′s ability to scavenge reactive oxygen species and upregulate antioxidant defense mechanisms is particularly relevant in the investigation of cellular protection against oxidative damage. Additionally, the compound is noted for its role in modulating enzyme activity, including lipoxygenases and certain kinases, which are implicated in the signaling pathways of inflammation and tumor growth. This makes baicalein a useful tool in the study of mechanisms underlying inflammation and oncogenesis. Baicalein is also investigated for its potential effects on neuroprotective pathways and the modulation of neurotransmitter systems.


Baicalein (CAS 491-67-8) References

  1. Baicalein induces a dual growth arrest by modulating multiple cell cycle regulatory molecules.  |  Hsu, SL., et al. 2001. Eur J Pharmacol. 425: 165-71. PMID: 11513834
  2. Mechanisms in mediating the anti-inflammatory effects of baicalin and baicalein in human leukocytes.  |  Shen, YC., et al. 2003. Eur J Pharmacol. 465: 171-81. PMID: 12650847
  3. Biological properties of baicalein in cardiovascular system.  |  Huang, Y., et al. 2005. Curr Drug Targets Cardiovasc Haematol Disord. 5: 177-84. PMID: 15853750
  4. Baicalein induced cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in human lung squamous carcinoma CH27 cells.  |  Lee, HZ., et al. 2005. Anticancer Res. 25: 959-64. PMID: 15868934
  5. Baicalein is a potent in vitro inhibitor against both reticulocyte 15-human and platelet 12-human lipoxygenases.  |  Deschamps, JD., et al. 2006. Bioorg Med Chem. 14: 4295-301. PMID: 16500106
  6. Baicalein inhibition of hydrogen peroxide-induced apoptosis via ROS-dependent heme oxygenase 1 gene expression.  |  Lin, HY., et al. 2007. Biochim Biophys Acta. 1773: 1073-86. PMID: 17532486
  7. Baicalin, a prodrug able to reach the CNS, is a prolyl oligopeptidase inhibitor.  |  Tarragó, T., et al. 2008. Bioorg Med Chem. 16: 7516-24. PMID: 18650094
  8. Exploring therapeutic potentials of baicalin and its aglycone baicalein for hematological malignancies.  |  Chen, H., et al. 2014. Cancer Lett. 354: 5-11. PMID: 25128647
  9. Modulation of Colitis-associated Colon Tumorigenesis by Baicalein and Betaine.  |  Kim, DH., et al. 2014. J Cancer Prev. 19: 153-60. PMID: 25337584
  10. The Fascinating Effects of Baicalein on Cancer: A Review.  |  Liu, H., et al. 2016. Int J Mol Sci. 17: PMID: 27735841
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  12. Effects of baicalein on leukotriene biosynthesis and degranulation in human polymorphonuclear leukocytes.  |  Kimura, Y., et al. 1987. Biochim Biophys Acta. 922: 278-86. PMID: 2825795
  13. Therapeutic potentials of baicalin and its aglycone, baicalein against inflammatory disorders.  |  Dinda, B., et al. 2017. Eur J Med Chem. 131: 68-80. PMID: 28288320
  14. Baicalein: A review of its anti-cancer effects and mechanisms in Hepatocellular Carcinoma.  |  Bie, B., et al. 2017. Biomed Pharmacother. 93: 1285-1291. PMID: 28747003
  15. Selective inhibition of platelet lipoxygenase by baicalein.  |  Sekiya, K. and Okuda, H. 1982. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 105: 1090-5. PMID: 6807310

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Baicalein, 10 mg

sc-200494
10 mg
$32.00

Baicalein, 100 mg

sc-200494A
100 mg
$42.00

Baicalein, 500 mg

sc-200494B
500 mg
$162.00

Baicalein, 1 g

sc-200494C
1 g
$292.00