Properties
Description
Icariin, soluble in DMSO and insoluble in water and ethanol, is an effective cell metabolism inhibitor, that has the ability to prevent the pathway of metabolism by inhibiting PDE. It targets the PDE5.
Molecular Formula
C33H40O15
Titer
Free from inappropriate visible particulates, foreign matter, discoloration, or other defects
Solubility
In vitro: DMSO: 46 mg/mL (67.98 mM); Water: insoluble; Ethanol: insoluble
Stability
In its lyophilized form, the chemical remains stable for 36 months.
Quality Level
Research grade
Applications
Icariin is a metabolism inhibitor that can be studied extensively for its potential therapeutic applications in the treatment of osteoporosis, improving sexual function, and offering cardiovascular protection.
Storage
Store at -20ºC, and keep desiccated.