DINOPROST
Dinoprost (prostaglandin F2) stimulates uterine smooth muscle, used in obstetrics and veterinary reproductive management. Side effects include cramping, bronchospasm, and hypertension. Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Dinoprost (prostaglandin F) is a naturally occurring prostaglandin that activates FP receptors on smooth muscle cells. It induces uterine contraction, luteolysis, bronchoconstriction and vasculartone modulation. Its mechanism involves phospholipaseC activation, increased IP/DAG signalling and calcium mobilisation.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in reproductivephysiology studies, prostaglandinpathway modelling, smoothmuscle contractility assays, and endocrinecycle research.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include bronchospasm, abdominal pain, hypertension, fever, nausea and hypersensitivity. Handle with prostaglandinactive compound precautions.
Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C20H34O5 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 354.5 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 551-11-1 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | SOL IN WATER 200 MG/ML /DINOPROST TROMETHAMINE/ |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | dinoprost; prostaglandin F2alpha; Prostaglandin F2a; PGF2alpha; amoglandin |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | (Z)-7-[(1R,2R,3R,5S)-3,5-dihydroxy-2-[(E,3S)-3-hydroxyoct-1-enyl]cyclopentyl]hept-5-enoic acid |
| InChl Key | PXGPLTODNUVGFL-YNNPMVKQSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C20H34O5/c1-2-3-6-9-15(21)12-13-17-16(18(22)14-19(17)23)10-7-4-5-8-11-20(24)25/h4,7,12-13,15-19,21-23H,2-3,5-6,8-11,14H2,1H3,(H,24,25)/b7-4-,13-12+/t15-,16+,17+,18-,19+/m0/s1 |
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