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9-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-ylmethyl)-3,9-dihydro-1,3-dimethyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione, also known as DMPD, is a purine derivative serving as an impurity of Theophylline. It has garnered attention for its potential as an inhibitor of DNA polymerase, an enzyme vital for DNA replication. Additionally, 9-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-ylmethyl)-1,3-dimethylpurine-2,6-dione has been studied as a fluorescent probe for detecting DNA damage. By binding to DNA polymerase, it may hinder DNA synthesis. Furthermore, this compound has demonstrated the ability to induce apoptosis in cancer cells through the activation of caspases, which are enzymes involved in programmed cell death.
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Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
9-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-ylmethyl)-3,9-dihydro-1,3-dimethyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione, 50 mg | sc-497017 | 50 mg | $617.00 |