Gossypol, Proapoptotic Agent; Alters Cell Cycle and Apoptosis Proteins.

Cat. No.
CLIA-0130016
Product Size
250 mg 100 mg Custom Size

Product Overview

Description
Proapoptotic agent; alters cell cycle and apoptosis proteins.
Purity
> 98%
Form
Solid
Biological Description
Proapoptotic agent derived from cottonseed. Exhibits a wide range of biological effects including anticancer and antifertility activity. Downregulates Bcl-2, p53 and various enzymes including caspases and dehydrogenases.Has been used in trials studying the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer.
Source
Synthetic
CAS Number
303-45-7
Solubility Overview
Soluble in DMSO to 25 mM and in ethanol to 25 mM (with warming).

Chemical Properties

Chemical Name
1,1',6,6',7,7'-Hexahydroxy-3,3'-dimethyl-5,5'-bis(1-methylethyl)-[2,2'-binaphthalene]-8,8'-dicarboxaldehyde
Molecular Weight (Da)
518.56
Molecular Formula
C30H30O8
PubChem Identifier
SMILES
CC(C)c4c3cc(C)c(c1c(C)cc2c(c1O)c(c(O)c(O)c2C(C)C)C=O)c(O)c3c(C=O)c(O)c4O

Storage & Handling

Storage Instructions
Store at -20 °C. It is important to note that this product is reported to be light sensitive. Store in the dark. Store under desiccating conditions.
Handling
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20 °C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.

For Research Use Only. Not For Clinical Use.

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