KETOPROFEN S
Ketoprofen Senantiomer is considered the more pharmacologically active form in COX inhibition and analgesia. It is investigated for optimized efficacy and safety profiles. Side effects remain similar to conventional ketoprofen, including GI irritation, bleeding risk, photosensitivity, and possible renal or cardiovascular effects in susceptible patients. Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
KETOPROFEN S exhibits a structured and multilayered biochemical activity profile involving modulation of enzymatic cascades, receptorbinding dynamics, intracellular signalling architecture, and metabolicflux regulation. Its molecular characteristics indicate potential interactions with catalytic pockets, allosteric surfaces, and regulatory protein domains. Through these interactions, the compound influences phosphorylation patterns, mitochondrial bioenergetics, oxidativestress networks, membrane potential stabilization, and transcriptional pathway responsiveness.
In cellular systems, mechanistic effects may include modulation of calcium flux, ROS equilibrium, structuralprotein turnover, and adaptive stressresponse activation. The compound may act as a pathway booster, suppressor, or modulator depending on dosing, cellular environment, and metabolic state.
Benefits and Advantages
This compound is widely used in biochemical, pharmacological and mechanistic research settings, including:
- Receptorligand interaction studies and affinitymapping assays
- Enzyme kinetics and catalyticpathway modelling
- Mitochondrialfunction, ROSregulation and redoxbalance experiments
- Transcriptomic, proteomic and metabolomic profiling
- Cellstress signalling, apoptosis/autophagy pathway mapping and cytoskeletaldynamics studies
- Pharmacodynamic simulation and SAR (structureactivity relationship) analysis
Side Effects and Risks
Risks may include unintended oxidative imbalance, mitochondrial overload, receptor crosstalk effects, disruption of ionchannel homeostasis, and dosedependent cytotoxicity. At elevated concentrations, the compound may trigger apoptosis, autophagy, or compensatory metabolic rewiring. Longterm exposure can influence transcriptional stability, signalling thresholds, and cellular resilience.
Use only in controlled laboratory environments following strict biosafety and handling protocols. Not intended for human or veterinary use.
Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C16H14O3 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 254.28 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 22161-81-5 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | ketoprofen; 22071-15-4; 2-(3-Benzoylphenyl)propanoic acid; 2-(3-Benzoylphenyl)propionic acid; Orudis |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | (S)-2-(3-benzoylphenyl)propionic acid |
| InChl Key | DKYWVDODHFEZIM-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C16H14O3/c1-11(16(18)19)13-8-5-9-14(10-13)15(17)12-6-3-2-4-7-12/h2-11H,1H3,(H,18,19) |
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