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11-Cis-Acitretin

Catalog No. V09146
Name 11-Cis-Acitretin
Synonyms (2E,4Z,6E,8E)-9-(4-Methoxy-d3-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethyl-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenoic Acid
CAS No. 1067630-53-8
Purity 99+%
Formula C21H26O3
Mol. Weight 329.45
Storage -20°C Freezer
Appearance Yellow Solid
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Description

Isomer of Acitretin, a retinoid that binds to nuclear receptors and regulates gene expression, is a potent activator of the α-secretase ADAM10 gene expression and apoptosis inducer via the CD95 signalling pathway. Acitretin is a systemic retinoid drug used in the treatment of severe psoriasis.

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3. Geiger JM, Walker M: Is there a reproductive safety risk in male patients treated with acitretin (Neotigason/ Soriatane)? Dermatology 205:105-107, 2002.