FENOFIBRATE
Fenofibrate activates PPAR‑α to lower triglycerides and increase HDL cholesterol. Side effects include liver enzyme elevation, muscle pain, and gastrointestinal upset.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
This compound (ID 26118) acts through multi-pathway biochemical modulation, influencing cellular signalling, enzyme regulation, and structural protein dynamics. Its mechanistic profile includes receptor-level interactions, post‑translational modification control and targeted metabolic pathway influence.
Benefits and Advantages
Applications include advanced research modelling, pathway‑specific modulation, validation of pharmacodynamic targets, and high-precision experimental development in biochemical and clinical pre‑formulation environments.
Side Effects and Risks
Potential risks may include cellular stress responses, metabolic burden imbalance, receptor overstimulation or suppression, and dose‑dependent toxicity. Use under controlled laboratory conditions only.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C20H21ClO4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 360.8 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 49562-28-9 |
| Storage Condition | Store at 25 °C (77 °F); excursions permitted to 15-30 °C (59-86 °F). … Protect from moisture. |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water; slightly soluble in methanol, ethanol; soluble in acetone, ether, benzene, chloroform |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | fenofibrate; 49562-28-9; Procetofen; Tricor; Lipantil |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | propan-2-yl 2-[4-(4-chlorobenzoyl)phenoxy]-2-methylpropanoate |
| InChl Key | YMTINGFKWWXKFG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C20H21ClO4/c1-13(2)24-19(23)20(3,4)25-17-11-7-15(8-12-17)18(22)14-5-9-16(21)10-6-14/h5-13H,1-4H3 |
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