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RU58841 (CAS 154992-24-2)

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Alternate Names:
4-[3-(4-Hydroxybutyl)-4,4-dimethyl-2,5-dioxo-1-imidazolidinyl]-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile
CAS Number:
154992-24-2
Molecular Weight:
369.34
Molecular Formula:
C17H18F3N3O3
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RU58841 is a compound primarily investigated for its potential effects on androgen receptors. It is employed to study androgen-related pathways and their association with various conditions. The compound′s mode of action is of particular interest; it is known to competitively inhibit the binding of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) to androgen receptors, thereby potentially reducing the downstream effects that DHT has on tissue. RU58841 is used in cell culture studies to elucidate the role of androgens in cellular growth processes and the development of certain tissues. In addition, RU58841 has been utilized in research to explore the mechanisms that underlie sebaceous gland activity and the skin′s response to androgen stimulation.


RU58841 (CAS 154992-24-2) References

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RU58841, 5 mg

sc-482732
5 mg
$228.00