Merck, 324693-250MG, Emetine, Dihydrochloride

General description
Principal alkaloid of ipecac, isolated from the ground roots of Uragoga ipecacuanha. Irreversibly blocks protein synthesis in eukaryotes by inhibiting the movement of ribosomes along the mRNA. Induces hypotension by blocking adrenoreceptors. Interferes with cytometric analysis of DNA replication at the early S phase. Also identified as a specific inhibitor of HIF-2α protein stability and transcriptional activity (IC₅₀ ≤1 µM.
Principle alkaloid of ipecac, isolated from the ground roots of Uragoga ipecacuanha. Irreversibly blocks protein synthesis in eukaryotes by inhibiting the movement of ribosomes along the mRNA. Induces hypotension by blocking adrenoreceptors. Inhibits cytometric analysis of DNA replication at the early S phase. Also identified as a specific inhibitor of HIF-2α protein stability and transcriptional activity (IC₅₀ ≤1 µM.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Product does not compete with ATP.
Reversible: no
Cell permeable: no
Primary Target
Movement of ribosomes along the mRNA
Target IC₅₀: ≤1 µM as a specific inhibitor of HIF-2α protein stability and transcriptional activity
Preparation Note
Following reconstitution aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 3 months at -20°C.
Other Notes
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Toxicity: Highly Toxic (H)