15(R)-15-methyl Prostaglandin E2, CAS 55028-70-1

Formulation: A crystalline solid

Formal Name: 9-oxo-11α,15R-dihydroxy-15-methyl-prosta-5Z,13E-dien-1-oic acid

Purity: ≥98%

Formula Markup: C21H34O5

Formula Weight: 366,5

Shelf life (days): 365

CAS Number: 55028-70-1

Notes: 15(R)-15-methyl Prostaglandin E2 (15(R)-15-methyl PGE2) is a prodrug for the potent PGE2 (Item No. 14010) analog 15(S)-15-methyl PGE2 (Item No. 14730).{1994} Acid-catalyzed epimerization in the stomach produces the 15(S)-hydroxy compound which is biologically active.{1150} Oral administration of 15(R)-15-methyl PGE2 to dogs or rats at 10-300 µg/kg results in a dose-dependent inhibition of gastric acid secretion and an increase in the rate of duodenal bicarbonate secretion.{1151,1152}

• SKU: CAY14725-1
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 14725-1
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 1 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK