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3-Methoxy Acetaminophen (CAS 3251-55-6)

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Alternate Names:
4-Acetylamino-2-methoxy-phenol; N-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-phenyl)-acetamide
Application:
3-Methoxy Acetaminophen is a metabolite of acetaminophen
CAS Number:
3251-55-6
Molecular Weight:
181.19
Molecular Formula:
C9H11NO3
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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3-Methoxy Acetaminophen is a compound that functions as an inhibitor of the enzyme cyclooxygenase, specifically the COX-3 isoform. It acts by binding to the active site of the enzyme, preventing the conversion of arachidonic acid to prostaglandin H2. This inhibition leads to a decrease in the production of prostaglandins, which are involved in the inflammatory response. By interfering with this process, 3-Methoxy Acetaminophen can modulate the inflammatory cascade at the molecular level. This compound′s mode of action involves disrupting the synthesis of pro-inflammatory mediators, which may be relevant in experimental models of inflammation and pain. Its specific interaction with the COX-3 isoform distinguishes it from other inhibitors of cyclooxygenase, making it a subject of interest in research focused on understanding the molecular mechanisms of inflammation and pain modulation.


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3-Methoxy Acetaminophen, 10 mg

sc-216482
10 mg
$316.00