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Product Name
Amifostine
Catalog #
SIH-210-50MG
Size
50mg
Type
Inhibitor
Description
Cellular protectant
Research Area
Apoptosis
CAS Number
20537-88-6
Formula
C5H15N2O3PS
Molecular weight
214.22
Source/Host
Synthetic
Purity
>99%
Solubility
Soluble in water
Appearance
White Solid
Storage Temp
-20°C
Shipping Temp
Blue Ice or 4°C
Safety Phrases
Classification: Harmful. May be harmful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through skin.

Safety Phrases: S22 - Do not breathe dust
S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection

Hazard Phrases: H302
Datasheet
SIH 210 Amifostine Apoptosis Inhibitor
Price
$239.00 USD Add to Cart Bulk Quote

Structure of Amifostine
Research Background
Amifostine is a cytoprotective adjuvant used in cancer chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Inside cells it detoxifies reactive metabolites of platinum and alkylating agents (1, 2). Other effects include accelerated DNA repair (1), induction of cellular hypoxia (1), inhibition of apoptosis (2), alteration of gene expression (2) and modification of enzyme activity (2).
References
1.     Kouvaris J.R., Kouloulias V.E., Blahos L.J. (2007) Oncologist. 12(6): 738-747.
2.     Amifostine: BC Cancer Agency. 2006-03-01.
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