Molecular structure of 5-Hydroxy-3H-imidazole-4-carboxamide, CAS Number: 56973-26-3
5-Hydroxy-3H-imidazole-4-carboxamide (CAS 56973-26-3)
CAS Number:
56973-26-3
Molecular Weight:
127.10
Molecular Formula:
C4H5N3O2
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The mechanism of action for 5-Hydroxy-3H-imidazole-4-carboxamide involves various pathways. Notably, it has been found to inhibit the activity of the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, responsible for uric acid production. This inhibition results in elevated uric acid levels, which, in turn, exhibit anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative effects. Additionally, 5-Hydroxy-3H-imidazole-4-carboxamide has been observed to activate the AMPK enzyme, which plays a role in energy metabolism regulation.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
5-Hydroxy-3H-imidazole-4-carboxamide, 500 mg | sc-210340 | 500 mg | $360.00 |