Description
AICAR research compound
AICAR (5-aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleoside) is a cell-permeable adenosine analogue. Inside cells it is converted to ZMP, which mimics AMP and activates AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). It is a standard tool in metabolic research.
Product details
| Compound | AICAR (acadesine) |
|---|---|
| Class | AMPK activator (adenosine analogue) |
| Form | Peptide; Liquid; Tablets; Capsules |
| Strength | 50mg; 30ml/33mg per ml/1000mg; 20mg per tablet/27ct/540mg; 20mg per tablet/54ct/1080mg; 20mg per capsule/60ct/1.2g |
| Labelling | Compound name and strength on every container |
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What AICAR research has examined
- AMPK activation: the classic pharmacological AMPK activator in cell and animal research.
- Glucose and fatty-acid metabolism: uptake and oxidation in muscle models.
- Exercise physiology: endurance endpoints in rodent studies.
Research interest does not establish a proven effect in humans.
Regulatory status
AICAR is not an approved medicine and is prohibited in sport by WADA. Supplied as a research chemical only.
Storage and handling
Store lyophilised vials cold, dry and away from light. Reconstitute with a suitable sterile diluent under aseptic conditions and keep solutions refrigerated. See our peptide reconstitution guide.
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References
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or animal consumption. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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