Calbiochem

BAX-INHIBITING PEPTIDE V5 - CALBIOCHEM

Name: BAX-INHIBITING PEPTIDE V5 - CALBIOCHEM
SKU: C005B-097520
Price: 320.15 USD
Availability: InStock

A cell-permeable pentapeptide based on the Ku70-Bax inhibiting domain that offers cytoprotection. Functions as effectively as the Caspase Inhibitor VI (Z-VAD-FMK Cat.

Description

General description

A cell-permeable pentapeptide based on the Ku70-Bax inhibiting domain that offers cytoprotection. Functions as effectively as the Caspase Inhibitor VI (Z-VAD-FMK; Cat. No. 219007) for Bax-mediated apoptosis (~50-200 µM). Also effectively blocks caspase-independent necrotic cell death. Shown to be Ku70 competitive, interact with Bax, prevent its conformational change and mitochondrial translocation. Displays extended stability in culture medium (~3 days). Negative control peptide is also available (Cat. No. 196811).

A cell-permeable pentapeptide derived from the Ku70-Bax inhibiting domain that has been shown to offer protection against apoptosis in cells of human, mouse, rant, and porcine origin. Reported to function as effectively as the caspase inhibitor, Z-VAD-FMK (Caspase Inhibitor VI, Cat. No. 219007) for Bax-mediated apoptosis (~50-200 µM). Also reported to effectively block caspase-independent necrotic cell death. Shown to interact with Bax in a Ku70-competitive manner and prevent its conformational change and mitochondrial translocation. Displays extended stability in culture medium (~3 days).

Biochem/physiol Actions

Cell permeable: yes

Primary Target
Bax mediated apoptosis

Product does not compete with ATP.

Reversible: no

Target IC₅₀: 50-200 µM against Bax mediated apoptosis

Packaging

Packaged under inert gas

Warning

Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)

Sequence

H-Val-Pro-Met-Leu-Lys-OH

Reconstitution

Following reconstitution aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 3 months at -20°C. Storage in glass vials is not recommended as loss of activity may occur.