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Terameprocol (CAS 24150-24-1)

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Alternate Names:
tetramethyl NDGA; TMNDGA; Tetramethyl nordihydroguaiaretic acid
Application:
Terameprocol is a synthetic derivative of NDGA and non-selective lipoxygenase inhibitor
CAS Number:
24150-24-1
Molecular Weight:
358.47
Molecular Formula:
C22H30O4
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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Tetramethyl Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid is a compound that functions as a potent antioxidant and free radical scavenger. It acts by inhibiting the activity of lipoxygenase enzymes, which are involved in the metabolism of arachidonic acid and the production of leukotrienes. By doing so, it helps to prevent lipid peroxidation and oxidative damage to cells and tissues. It may act to inhibit the activation of transcription factors such as NF-κB, which play a role in the regulation of genes involved in inflammation and immune responses. Tetramethyl Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid also exhibits anti-inflammatory properties by reducing the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and chemokines. To modulate the expression of genes involved in cell cycle regulation and apoptosis, suggesting a potential role in controlling cell proliferation and survival. Tetramethyl Nordihydroguaiaretic Acid functions as a multifaceted molecule with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and gene regulatory activities, making it useful for investigating cellular processes and molecular pathways.


Terameprocol (CAS 24150-24-1) References

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  4. Terameprocol (tetra-O-methyl nordihydroguaiaretic acid), an inhibitor of Sp1-mediated survivin transcription, induces radiosensitization in non-small cell lung carcinoma.  |  Sun, Y., et al. 2011. J Thorac Oncol. 6: 8-14. PMID: 21107289
  5. Tetra-O-methyl nordihydroguaiaretic acid (Terameprocol) inhibits the NF-κB-dependent transcription of TNF-α and MCP-1/CCL2 genes by preventing RelA from binding its cognate sites on DNA.  |  Oyegunwa, AO., et al. 2010. J Inflamm (Lond). 7: 59. PMID: 21138578
  6. Activated oncogenic pathways and therapeutic targets in extranodal nasal-type NK/T cell lymphoma revealed by gene expression profiling.  |  Ng, SB., et al. 2011. J Pathol. 223: 496-510. PMID: 21294123
  7. Restraining the flexibility of the central linker in terameprocol results in constrained analogs with improved growth inhibitory activity.  |  Ho, SS. and Go, ML. 2013. Bioorg Med Chem Lett. 23: 6127-33. PMID: 24080463
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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Terameprocol, 50 mg

sc-224304
50 mg
$28.00

Terameprocol, 100 mg

sc-224304A
100 mg
$44.00

Terameprocol, 500 mg

sc-224304B
500 mg
$184.00

Terameprocol, 1 g

sc-224304C
1 g
$321.00