6β-Hydroxy-7α-(thiomethyl) spironolactone (CAS 42219-60-3)

6β-Hydroxy-7α-(thiomethyl) spironolactone, also known as 6beta-Hydroxy-7alpha-thiomethylspirolactone (6β-OH-7α-thio-MSP), is a small molecule that has garnered attention for its potential applications. Derived from spirolactone, a lactone ring in various compounds. The scientific community has recognized several potential applications of 6β-Hydroxy-7α-(thiomethyl) spironolactone. 6β-Hydroxy-7α-(thiomethyl) spironolactone contributes to the examination of hormone effects, such as melatonin, as well as the impacts of dietary supplements like omega-3 fatty acids. Although the precise mechanism of action of 6β-Hydroxy-7α-(thiomethyl) spironolactone remains incompletely understood, it is believed to bind to certain proteins and modulate their activity. For instance, 6β-Hydroxy-7α-(thiomethyl) spironolactone exhibits binding affinity to and activation of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), an enzyme associated with inflammation and pain. It has interacted with and activate 5-lipoxygenase (5-LOX), an enzyme involved in the production of specific hormones.