Menadione IDO inhibitor Cytotoxic in various cell lines. Induces apoptosis via elevation of peroxide and superoxide radical levels. Affects gap-junctional intercellular communication by mediation of tyrosine phosphorylation.Inhibitor of indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase (IDO) with an IC50 of ~1µM. Product Specification Alternative Name: Vitamin K3, 2-Methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone Formula: C11H8O2 MW: 172.2 CAS: 58-27-5 MI: 14: 5831 RTECS: QL9100000 Purity: ≥98% (HPLC) Appearance: Off-white to yellow crystalline solid. Hazard: HARMFUL. Solubility: Soluble in 96% ethanol (16mg/ml) or DMSO (1mg/ml); almost insoluble in water. Long Term Storage: Ambient Handling: Protect from light. |