Formulation: A solution in ethanol
Formal Name: (1R,2R,3R)-3-hydroxy-2-[(1E,3S)-3-hydroxy-1-octen-1-yl]-5-oxo-cyclopentanepentanoic acid
Purity: ≥98%
Formula Markup: C18H30O5
Formula Weight: 326,4
Shelf life (days): 730
CAS Number: 7046-40-4
Notes: Prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) is not a major naturally occurring prostaglandin, but it is widely administered clinically for several indications including peripheral occlusive vascular disease, erectile dysfunction and in neonatal cardiology.{22,3803} The metabolism of PGE1 is normally initiated by oxidation at C-15, resulting in 13,14-dihydro-15-keto PGE1 as the major metabolite. However, inhibition of this pathway or saturation by excess substrate could theoretically lead to enhanced production of 2,3-dinor metabolites, including 2,3-dinor PGE1. The biological activity of 2,3-dinor PGE1 has not been published. Cayman Chemical is a leading supplier of prostaglandins and their metabolites, and is currently the exclusive manufacturer of 2,3-dinor PGE1.