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1-Methyl Xanthine (CAS 6136-37-4)

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Alternate Names:
2,6-Dihydroxy-1-methylpurine
Application:
1-Methyl Xanthine is a metabolite of Theophylline
CAS Number:
6136-37-4
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
166.14
Molecular Formula:
C6H6N4O2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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1-Methyl Xanthine is a compound that functions as a competitive non-selective phosphodiesterase inhibitor. It acts by inhibiting the breakdown of cyclic AMP, leading to an increase in intracellular levels of this secondary messenger. This, in turn, results in the activation of protein kinase A and subsequent phosphorylation of various proteins involved in cellular signaling pathways. 1-Methyl Xanthine also antagonizes adenosine receptors, particularly A1 and A2A subtypes, leading to the inhibition of their downstream signaling cascades. 1-Methyl Xanthine′s mechanism of action involves modulating cellular responses to various extracellular stimuli, ultimately influencing processes such as neurotransmission, smooth muscle relaxation, and immune cell function. 1-Methyl Xanthine exerts its effects by altering the activity of key enzymes and receptors involved in intracellular signaling.


1-Methyl Xanthine (CAS 6136-37-4) References

  1. Skeletal muscle capillary function: contemporary observations and novel hypotheses.  |  Poole, DC., et al. 2013. Exp Physiol. 98: 1645-58. PMID: 23995101

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

1-Methyl Xanthine, 10 mg

sc-208651
10 mg
$186.00

1-Methyl Xanthine, 100 mg

sc-208651A
100 mg
$572.00

1-Methyl Xanthine, 1 g

sc-208651B
1 g
$1124.00

1-Methyl Xanthine, 10 g

sc-208651C
10 g
$5410.00

1-Methyl Xanthine, 100 g

sc-208651D
100 g
$21838.00

1-Methyl Xanthine, 500 g

sc-208651E
500 g
$70747.00