Description
1-Methylxanthine, a caffeine derivative, is an essential human urinary metabolite of caffeine and theophylline (1,3-dimethylxanthine, TP). 1-Methylxanthine enhances the radiosensitivity of tumor cells.
Product information
CAS Number: 6136-37-4
Molecular Weight: 166.14
Formula: C6H6N4O2
Chemical Name: 1-methyl-2,3,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione
Smiles: CN1C(=O)NC2N=CNC=2C1=O
InChiKey: MVOYJPOZRLFTCP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi: InChI=1S/C6H6N4O2/c1-10-5(11)3-4(8-2-7-3)9-6(10)12/h2H,1H3,(H,7,8)(H,9,12)
Technical Data
Appearance: Solid Power
Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)
Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical or refer to Certificate of Analysis
Storage Condition: Dry, dark and -20 oC for 1 year or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Shelf Life: ≥12 months if stored properly.
Stock Solution Storage: 0 - 4 oC for 1 month or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Drug Formulation: To be determined
HS Tariff Code: 382200
How to use
In Vitro:
1-Methylxanthine (1-MTX; 3 mM; for 30 min) increases the radiation-induced clonogenic and apoptotic cell (RKO human colorectal cancer cells carrying wild type protein 53 kDa (p53)) death. 1-Methylxanthine (1MX) exhibits similar activities to other naturally occurring methylxanthines. Unlike caffeine, TP, and theobromine, 3-Methylxanthine (3MX) and 1-methylxanthine do not occur naturally at high levels in plants.
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