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Imiquimod (CAS 99011-02-6)

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Alternate Names:
1-(2-Methylpropyl)-1H-imidazole[4,5-c]quinoline-4-amine
Application:
Imiquimod is a TLR7 activator and angiogenesis inhibitor
CAS Number:
99011-02-6
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
240.30
Molecular Formula:
C14H16N4
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Imiquimod is a chemical compound that has attention in immunological research. It is often used in studies to understand the induction of cytokines and the activation of immune cells. In the context of research applications, Imiquimod facilitates the investigation of innate immunity and the mechanisms through which the body responds to the presence of various antigens. The compound′s ability to enhance the production of interferon and other cytokines makes it useful for scientists examining the pathways that lead to an immune response. Additionally, Imiquimod is employed to better understand the molecular basis of immune cell activation and the subsequent effects on cells and tissues.


Imiquimod (CAS 99011-02-6) References

  1. Plasmacytoid dendritic cells produce cytokines and mature in response to the TLR7 agonists, imiquimod and resiquimod.  |  Gibson, SJ., et al. 2002. Cell Immunol. 218: 74-86. PMID: 12470615
  2. Tumor-selective induction of apoptosis and the small-molecule immune response modifier imiquimod.  |  Schön, M., et al. 2003. J Natl Cancer Inst. 95: 1138-49. PMID: 12902443
  3. Inhibition of murine tumor growth by an interferon-inducing imidazoquinolinamine.  |  Sidky, YA., et al. 1992. Cancer Res. 52: 3528-33. PMID: 1377595
  4. Taurine potentiates the antiaggregatory action of aspirin and indomethacin.  |  Franconi, F., et al. 1992. Adv Exp Med Biol. 315: 181-6. PMID: 1509937
  5. Imiquimod is a strong inhibitor of tumor cell-induced angiogenesis.  |  Majewski, S., et al. 2005. Int J Dermatol. 44: 14-9. PMID: 15663652
  6. Imiquimod as an antiangiogenic agent.  |  Li, VW., et al. 2005. J Drugs Dermatol. 4: 708-17. PMID: 16302556
  7. Common carp have two subclasses of bonyfish specific antibody IgZ showing differential expression in response to infection.  |  Ryo, S., et al. 2010. Dev Comp Immunol. 34: 1183-90. PMID: 20600275
  8. SIV infection induces accumulation of plasmacytoid dendritic cells in the gut mucosa.  |  Reeves, RK., et al. 2012. J Infect Dis. 206: 1462-8. PMID: 22711907
  9. Toll-like receptor (TLR) 3 as a surrogate sensor of retroviral infection in human cells.  |  Miyauchi, K., et al. 2012. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 424: 519-23. PMID: 22771581
  10. Effects of repeated electroejaculations on kinematic sperm subpopulations and quality markers of Mexican creole goats.  |  Vázquez, AJ., et al. 2015. Anim Reprod Sci. 154: 29-38. PMID: 25600145
  11. GILZ regulates Th17 responses and restrains IL-17-mediated skin inflammation.  |  Jones, SA., et al. 2015. J Autoimmun. 61: 73-80. PMID: 26077873
  12. The toll-like receptor ligands Hiltonol® (polyICLC) and imiquimod effectively activate antigen-specific immune responses in Tasmanian devils (Sarcophilus harrisii).  |  Patchett, AL., et al. 2017. Dev Comp Immunol. 76: 352-360. PMID: 28689773
  13. Helicase-Driven Activation of NFκB-COX2 Pathway Mediates the Immunosuppressive Component of dsRNA-Driven Inflammation in the Human Tumor Microenvironment.  |  Theodoraki, MN., et al. 2018. Cancer Res. 78: 4292-4302. PMID: 29853604
  14. Electrospun Poly(ε-caprolactone) Nanofibrous Mesh for Imiquimod Delivery in Melanoma Therapy.  |  Lin, WC., et al. 2018. Polymers (Basel). 10: PMID: 30966266

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Imiquimod, 100 mg

sc-200385
100 mg
$66.00

Imiquimod, 500 mg

sc-200385A
500 mg
$278.00

What is the appearance of the compound?

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Thank you for your question. Imiquimod, sc-200385, is a white to off-white powder or solid.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Li et alLi et al. (PuMed ID 16302556) found that imiquimod inhibited angiogenesis by inducing cytokine activity, upregulated endogenous angiogenesis inhibtitors, downregulated pro-angionic factors and promoted cell apoptosis. -SCBT Publication Review
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