Fig. 1 · Structure
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Hematoporphyrin dihydrochloride
Photosensitizer
Hematoporphyrin dihydrochloride is a potent photosensitizer known for its ability to induce apoptosis in cancer cells. It has been shown to effectively reduce tumor growth in vivo when subjected to red light exposure. Additionally, this compound serves as a substrate for the affinity chromatography of heme-binding proteins, making it valuable for research applications in cancer therapy and protein interaction studies.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 17696-69-4 |
| Applications | Photosensitizer |
| Formula | C34H40Cl2N4O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 671.61 |
| Synonyms | Hematoporphyrin IX dihydrochloride |
| SMILES | O=C(O)CCC1=C2/C=C3C(CCC(O)=O)=C(C)C(/C=C(N/4)/C(C)=C(C(O)C)C4=C\C5=N/C(C(C(O)C)=C5C)=C\C(N2)=C1C)=N/3.Cl[H].Cl[H] |
Storage & Solubility
In Vitro Solubility
Reported Solubility
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
In solution, store at -20°C and use within 1 month to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.