A glucocorticoid which displays anti-inflamatory and antioxidant properties and attenuates apoptosis in oligodendrocytes after injury. 6α-Methyl Prednisolone is neuroprotective.
Method for Determining Identity:Proton NMR Spectroscopic Analysis
TLC Conditions:SiO2; Dichloromethane: Methanol: 9: 1; Visualized with UV and KMNO4; Single spot; Rf=0.4
Storage and Stability:May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.