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- LDN193189 HCl is the hydrochloride salt of LDN193189. LDN193189 is a highly potent small molecule BMP inhibitor that inhibits BMP type I receptors ALK2 (IC50: 5 nM), ALK3 (IC50: 30 nM) and ALK6 (TGFβ1/BMP signaling) and subsequent SMAD phosphorylation.
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- Brandon J.Peiffer, .et al. , Cell Chem Biol, 2019, 26, 1-10 PMID: 30827938
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ALK4/ALK5 inhibitor
EW-7197 is a highly potent, selective, and orally bioavailable TGF-β I receptor ALK4/ALK5 inhibitor with IC50 of 13 nM and 11 nM, respectively- Bordignon P, .et al. , Cell Rep, 2019, Aug 27;28(9):2358-2372 PMID: 31461652
- Morita T, .et al. , Mol Cancer Res, 2018, May;16(5):880-893 PMID: 29330296
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ALK5 inhibitor
RepSox (SJN 2511) is a selective inhibitor of the TGF-β type I receptor ALK5 (IC50 values are 0.004 and 0.023 μM for ALK5 autophosphorylation and ALK5 binding respectively).- Katarzyna Blaszczyk, .et al. , Exp Mol Med, 2025, Feb;57(1):131-150 PMID: 39741186
- Wojciech J Szlachcic, .et al. , iScience, 2022, Jul 15;25(7) PMID: 35756892
- Xu H, .et al. , Cancer Lett, 2020, Mar 1;472:151-164 PMID: 31846689
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ALK inhibitor
LDN193189 is a highly potent small molecule BMP inhibitor that inhibits BMP type I receptors ALK2 (IC50: 5 nM), ALK3 (IC50: 30 nM) and ALK6 (TGFβ1/BMP signaling) and subsequent SMAD phosphorylation.- Lei Wang, .et al. , Theriogenology, 2023, Feb;197:167-176 PMID: 36525856
- Trang Thi Huyen Dang, .et al. , Mol Cell Biochem, 2021, May;476(5):2085-2097 PMID: 33517521
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- HIROTAKA SOMEYA, .et al. , Int J Mol Med, 2015, May; 35(5): 1169-1178 PMID: 25739055
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TGF-beta/Smad inhibitor
GW788388 is a potent, orally active and selective inhibitor of transforming growth factor beta receptor I (TGF-βR1) (activin receptor-like kinase 5, ALK5).- Lisa J. Randall, .et al. , Sci Rep, 2025, 15: 27260 PMID: 40715237
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TGF-β inhibitor
ITD-1 is a novel and highly selective TGFβ pathway inhibitor. ITD-1 molecule turns stem cells into heart cells.- M. C. Wilkes, .et al. , Nat Commun, 2020, 11: 3344 PMID: 32620751
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TGF-beta/Smad inhibitor
SB 431542 is a potent and specific inhibitor of transforming growth factor-β superfamily type I ALK receptors ALK4, ALK5, and ALK7 .- Mehri Moradi, .et al. , Nat Commun, 2025, 16: 8724 PMID: 41028013
- Neha Jadhav Giridhar, .et al. , Biol Open, 2025, Sep 15;14(9):bio062196 PMID: 40814270
- Sebastian Held, .et al. , Cell Rep, 2025, Jan 28;44(1):115107 PMID: 39709600
- Yuri Nagaoka, .et al. , Arch Biochem Biophys, 2024, Jan:751:109824 PMID: 37984759
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- Tamara Chamberlin, .et al. , FASEB J, 2020, Jun;34(6):8611-8624 PMID: 32359100
- Satoshi Endo, .et al. , Nutr Res, 2019, 4 November PMID: 31767206
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Smad3 inhibitor
SIS3 is a novel specific inhibitor of Smad3. It has effect on transforming growth factor-beta1-induced extracellular matrix expression.- Miao Deng, .et al. , ACS Appl Mater Interfaces, 2021, Apr 21;13(15):18033-18046 PMID: 33834754
- Wei P, .et al. , Cell Death Dis, 2019, Sep 11;10(9):670 PMID: 31511493
- Pirfenidone is an anti-fibrotic drug for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). It works by reducing lung fibrosis through downregulation of the production of growth factors and procollagens I and II.
- Nicholas Balestrieri, .et al. , Skelet Muscle, 2025, Nov 17;15(1):31 PMID: 41250146
- Yan Yang, .et al. , J Thorac Dis, 2024, Feb 29;16(2):1128-1140 PMID: 38505034
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BMP inhibitor
DMH-1 is a selective inhibitor of the bone morphogenic protein (BMP) ALK2 receptor (IC50 = 108 nM).- Teresa Rayon, .et al. , Science, 2020, Sep 18;369(6510):eaba7667 PMID: 32943498
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TβRI/II kinase inhibitor
LY2109761, a novel transforming growth factor β receptor type I and type II dual inhibitor, as a therapeutic approach to suppressing pancreatic cancer metastasis- Yimei Wei, .et al. , Int J Rheum Dis, 2024, May;27(5):e15164 PMID: 38706209
- Yan Yang, .et al. , J Thorac Dis, 2024, Feb 29;16(2):1128-1140 PMID: 38505034
- Bopei Cui, .et al. , Signal Transduct Target Ther, 2023, Sep 25;8(1):366 PMID: 37743418
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- Jared M. Fischer, .et al. , Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A, 2016, Oct 25; 113(43): 12192-12197 PMID: 27791005
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TGF-β/ALK5 inhibitor
A83-01 is a selective inhibitor of the transforming growth factor-beta type I receptor ALK5, the Nodal receptor ALK4, and the nodal receptor ALK7- Yuko Nagashima, .et al. , Sci Rep, 2026, Feb 25;16(1):7582 PMID: 41741551
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- Yuko Nagashima, .et al. , Sci Rep, 2025, Feb 19;15(1):6108 PMID: 39972078
- Masayuki Fukumoto, .et al. , PLoS One, 2024, Dec 5;19(12):e0313312 PMID: 39636897
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- Yuko Nagashima, .et al. , Research Square, 2024, June 4th
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- Andreea Manole, .et al. , Cell Rep, 2023, Dec 26;42(12):113466 PMID: 38039131
- Claudia Z Han, .et al. , Immunity, 2023, Sep 12;56(9):2152-2171 PMID: 37582369
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- Tatsuya Usui, .et al. , Cancer Sci, 2017, Dec; 108(12): 2383-2392 PMID: 29024204
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- Tatsuya Usui, .et al. , Stem Cells Int, 2016, 2016: 7053872 PMID: 28119740
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TGF-βR Inhibitor
LY2157299 is an orally active transforming growth factor beta receptor (TGF-βR) kinase inhibitor.- Yuri Nagaoka, .et al. , Arch Biochem Biophys, 2024, Jan:751:109824 PMID: 37984759
- Eunji Jang, .et al. , Exp Mol Med, 2023, May;55(5):974-986 PMID: 37121972
- Satoshi Endo, .et al. , Nutr Res, 2019, 4 November PMID: 31767206
- Oguri G, .et al. , Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol., 2014, 307(9):H1339-52 PMID: 25172898
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BMP receptor inhibitor
LDN-212854 is an ALK2-Biased BMP Type I Receptor Kinase Inhibitor. -
Smad inhibitor
Kartogenin potently induces differentiation of human mesenchymal stem cells into chondrocytes -
ALK2 inhibitor
LDN-214117 is a selective and potent ALK2 inhibitor. LDN-214117 inhibited ALK2 most, with a biochemical IC50 of 24 nM. - Chebulinic acid is a potent natural inhibitor of M. tuberculosis DNA gyrase, also can inhibit SMAD-3 phosphorylation, inhibit H+ K+-ATPase activity.
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TGF-beta agonist
SRI-011381 hydrochloride is a TGF-beta signaling agonist. - Cetrimonium bromide is an amine based cationic quaternary surfactant, is one of the components of the topical antiseptic Cetrimide.
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TGFβRI inhibitor
LY 3200882 is a potent, highly selective inhibitor of TGF-β receptor type 1 (TGFβRI). It potently inhibits TGFβ mediated SMAD phosphorylation in vitro in tumor and immune cells and in vivo in subcutaneous tumors in a dose dependent fashion. - EMT inhibitor-1 is an inhibitor of of Hippo, TGF-β, and Wnt signaling pathways with antitumor activities.
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TGFβRI kinase inhibitor
TGFβRI-IN-1 is an oral active and selective TGFβ receptor type I (TGFβRI) kinase inhibitor, with IC50 values of 2 nM and 7.6 μM for TGFβRI and TGFβRII, respectively. -
BMP activator
SJ000291942 is an activator of the canonical bone morphogenetic proteins (BMP) signaling pathway. BMPs are members of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) family of secreted signaling molecules. - Alantolactone, an allergenic sesquiterpene lactone, has recently been found to have significant antitumor effects on malignant tumor cells.
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TGF-β/Smad Agonist
SRI-011381 is an orally active agonist of the TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway. It has been shown to exhibit neuroprotective effects, making it a valuable tool for research in neurobiology and regenerative medicine. This compound can be utilized to investigate the role of TGF-β in various cellular processes and potential therapeutic applications in neurodegenerative diseases. -
Smad2/3 Inhibitor
Luspatercept is a recombinant modified ActRIIB fusion protein that functions as a Smad2/3 inhibitor. It selectively binds to transforming growth factor β (TGF-β) superfamily ligands, including GDF11, thereby inhibiting Smad2/3 signaling. This compound promotes the maturation of erythroid precursors and increases erythrocyte numbers, making it a valuable tool for research into anemia and related erythropoietic disorders. -
SMAD7 Antisense Oligonucleotide
Mongersen sodium is a targeted SMAD7 antisense oligonucleotide that functions to restore TGF-β1 activity, resulting in the inhibition of inflammatory signaling pathways. This compound has demonstrated efficacy in attenuating experimental colitis resembling Crohn's disease in mouse models. It is a valuable tool for studying inflammatory bowel disease mechanisms and the modulation of TGF-β signaling in various research applications. -
Smad3 Inhibitor
SIS3 free base is a potent and selective inhibitor of Smad3 phosphorylation. It significantly inhibits the myofibroblast differentiation of fibroblasts induced by TGF-β1 while leaving the phosphorylation of Smad2 unaffected. This specificity makes SIS3 free base a valuable tool for studying the role of Smad3 in cellular processes associated with fibrosis and other TGF-β1 mediated pathways. -
Syk Inhibitor, NF-κB p65 Inhibitor, TGF-β1/Smad Signaling Inhibitor
Flavanomarein is a potent inhibitor of Syk and NF-κB p65, as well as a modulator of TGF-β1/Smad signaling pathways. This compound exhibits cytoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities, enhancing AKT phosphorylation while regulating key proteins such as PKC-δ, P85α, PKC-β1, Sirt1, Bcl-2, and ICAD. Flavanomarein also inhibits the nuclear translocation of NF-κB p65 and modulates epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) markers, promoting proliferation in HK-2 cells and protecting neuronal cells from 6-OHDA-induced neurotoxicity. This compound is valuable for research on Parkinson's disease and diabetic nephropathy. -
TGF-β2 Antisense Aligonucleotide
Trabedersen is an antisense oligodeoxynucleotide that specifically targets and inhibits TGF-β2, a key regulator in the TGF-beta/Smad signaling pathway. This reagent is critical for research in malignant brain tumors and various solid tumors, including those affecting the skin, pancreas, and colon, which exhibit overexpression of TGF-β2. By modulating this pathway, Trabedersen offers insights into tumor biology and potential therapeutic strategies. -
TGF-β Inhibitor
TGFβ-IN-2 is an orally active inhibitor of TGF-β, targeting its signaling pathways. This compound effectively suppresses TGF-β-induced expression of key proteins such as COL1A1, α-SMA, and p-Smad3 in vitro. TGFβ-IN-2 exhibits significant anti-fibrotic effects in a Bleomycin-induced pulmonary fibrosis model, making it a valuable tool for investigating the mechanisms and potential treatments of pulmonary fibrosis. -
SMAD7 Antisense Oligonucleotide
Mongersen is a targeted SMAD7 antisense oligonucleotide that restores TGF-β1 activity, thereby inhibiting inflammatory pathways. This compound has demonstrated the ability to attenuate experimental colitis resembling Crohn's disease in murine models. Its application is particularly relevant in studying inflammation and fibrosis related to gastrointestinal disorders. -
TGF-β1/Smad Signaling Pathway Inhibitor
DGM is a specific inhibitor of the TGF-β1/Smad signaling pathway, exhibiting notable antifibrotic properties. It effectively inhibits the epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) in alveolar epithelial cells, thereby slowing the progression of pulmonary fibrosis in vivo. DGM reduces lung inflammation, enhances lung function, and minimizes extracellular matrix remodeling, making it a valuable tool for research on idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and other EMT-related diseases. -
TGF-β1 Inhibitory Peptide
P17 Peptide is a selective inhibitor of human TGF-β1, functioning by blocking its activity. This peptide is valuable for studying the role of TGF-β1 in various biological processes and disease states, including fibrosis and cancer. Its inhibitory effects facilitate research into therapeutic strategies targeting TGF-β signaling pathways. -
TGF-β1 Inhibitor
DT-6 is a selective inhibitor of TGF-β1, a key regulator of cellular processes related to fibrosis and cancer progression. By inhibiting TGF-β1, DT-6 effectively disrupts M2 macrophage-induced epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and inhibits the invasive migration of cancer cells. This compound is valuable for research applications focused on cancer biology and related therapeutic interventions. -
TGF-β2 siRNA
ISTH0036 is a selective antisense oligonucleotide targeting transforming growth factor beta 2 (TGF-β2). It exhibits inhibitory activity against TGF-β2 expression, making it a valuable tool for investigating the pathophysiological mechanisms of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG) and wet age-related macular degeneration. This reagent is suitable for both in vitro and in vivo studies aimed at understanding the role of TGF-β2 in these ocular conditions. -
SMAD2 activator
Myristoyl tetrapeptide-12 is a specific activator of SMAD2, promoting the recruitment of SMAD3 to DNA. This peptide exhibits significant biological activity in stimulating hair growth, with notable effects on eyelash enhancement. Its applications are particularly relevant in research focusing on hair follicle biology and regenerative medicine. -
TGF-β/Smad/MAPK Inhibitor
TGF-β/Smad-IN-3 is a potent inhibitor of the TGF-β/Smad signaling pathway and MAPK pathway. This compound demonstrates significant anti-pulmonary fibrosis activity by inhibiting collagen deposition resulting from TGF-β1, with an IC50 of 3.21 μM. Additionally, TGF-β/Smad-IN-3 effectively reduces the expression of α-SMA, COL1A1, and FN in TGF-β1-induced CCC-HPF-1 cells, while also significantly reducing cell migration. This reagent is valuable for research focused on pulmonary fibrosis and related fibrosis-related mechanisms. -
TGF-β1/Smad Inhbitor
TGF-β1/Smad-IN-1 is a potent inhibitor of the TGF-β1/Smad signaling pathway, which plays a crucial role in the regulation of fibrotic processes. This compound effectively reduces the expression of fibrosis markers, such as α-SMA and COL1A1, induced by TGF-β1, demonstrating significant antifibrotic activity. TGF-β1/Smad-IN-1 is valuable for research applications focused on hepatic fibrosis and related fibrotic disorders.

