Properties
Description
Obatoclax mesylate, soluble in DMSO and insoluble in ethanol and water, specifically inhibits the function of the anti-apoptotic proteins, thereby promoting apoptosis in cancer cells. It targets Bcl-2.
Molecular Formula
C20H19N3O.CH4O3S
Solubility
DMSO: 81 mg/mL (195.89 mM); Water: Insoluble; Ethanol: Insoluble
Identity
Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.
Stability
The product is stable for three years when stored at the recommended temperature in lyophilized powder.
Applications
Obatoclax mesylate has shown potential in overcoming resistance to apoptosis in cancer cells.