A cell-permeable stilbene derivative that serves as an aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR) and acts as a highly specific and potent inducer of paraoxonase 1 (PON1). Shown to be a better activator of PON1 mRNA (EC50=1uM) and inducer of PON1 enzymatic activity (>3-fold at 5um) when compared to resveratrol. However, it is devoid of any activity against estrogen receptors and is not shown to inhibit activity of tyrosine kinases. Also shown to antagonize the effects of 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin on cytochrome P4501A1 (CYP1A1).
Formula:C₁₅H₉N₃O₄
Molecular Weight:295.3
Solubility:DMSO (25mg/ml, pale yellow solution)
Storage and Stability:Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile buffer or dH2O. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
