Product Name: | AICAR |
Catalog Number: | M4897 |
CAS Number: | 2627-69-2 |
Formula: | C9H14N4O5 |
Molecular Weight: | 258.23 |
Solubility: | DMSO ≥ 50 mg/mL; Water 20 mg/mL |
Storage: |
Powder -20°C 3 years ; 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months ; -20°C 1 month |
Chemical Structure: | ![]() |
QC Standard: | 99.84% |
H-NMR: | Consistent with structure |
Description: | AICAR is an adenosine analog and activator of AMPK that regulates glucose and lipid metabolism and inhibits the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and iNOS. In addition, AICAR is an inhibitor of autophagy, YAP and mitophagy. |
Stability and Solubility Advice: | Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide. We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details. |