Acitretin is a synthetic aromatic analog of all trans retinoic acid with increased stability in vivo. It is the active free acid form of the antipsoriatic drug etretinate. Displays antiproliferative effect and induces apoptosis in Kaposi's sarcoma cells.
Product Details
| Formula: | C21H26O3 |
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| MW: | 326.4 |
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| CAS: | 55079-83-9 |
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| Purity: | ≥98% (TLC) |
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| Appearance: | Yellow solid. |
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| Solubility: | Soluble in DMSO. |
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| Shipping: | Ambient Temperature |
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| Long Term Storage: | -20°C |
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| Regulatory Status: | RUO - Research Use Only |
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Antiproliferative effect of retinoid compounds on Kaposi's sarcoma cells: J. Corbeil, et al.; J. Clin. Invest.
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