Formulation: A solution in methyl acetate
Formal Name: 9-oxo-11α,15S-dihydroxy-prosta-5Z,13E-dien-1-oic acid, isopropyl ester
Purity: ≥98%
Formula Markup: C23H38O5
Formula Weight: 394,5
Shelf life (days): 365
CAS Number: 71845-66-4
Notes: Prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) isopropyl ester is a more lipophilic form of the free acid, PGE2. PG esters have enhanced lipid solubility compared to their parent compounds. They are generally hydrolyzed to the free acid by endogenous esterases upon in vivo administration, making the esters useful prodrugs. In general, the C-1 esters of PGs show greatly diminished receptor activity in vitro compared to the parent free acids.