Properties
Description
Doxycycline HCl inhibits MMPs, enzymes that degrade extracellular matrix components, thus having potential therapeutic applications in cancer and chronic inflammatory diseases.
Molecular Formula
C22H24N2O8.HCl
Identity
Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.
Applications
Doxycycline HCl is studied for its ability to inhibit matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), which are enzymes that breakdown extracellular matrix components, relevant in cancer and osteoarthritis research.