CALPAIN INHIBITOR IV 1PC X 1MG

General description

A potent, cell-permeable and irreversible inhibitor of calpain II (k₂ = 28,900 M^-1s^-1). Also acts as an inhibitor of cathepsin L (k₂ = 680,000 M^-1s^-1).

A potent, cell-permeable, and irreversible inhibitor of calpain II (k₂ = 28,900 M^-1s^-1). Also acts as an inhibitor of cathepsin L (k₂ = 680,000 M^-1s^-1).

Biochem/physiol Actions

Cell permeable: yes

Primary Target
calpain 2

Product does not compete with ATP.

Reversible: no

k₂ = 28,900 M⁻¹s⁻¹ in the inhibition of calpain II; k2 = 680,000 M⁻¹s⁻¹ in the inhibition of cathepsin L

Warning

Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)

Sequence

Z-Leu-Leu-Tyr-CH₂F

Reconstitution

Following reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 6 months at -20°C.

Analysis Note

single spot by TLC

Other Notes

Dutt, P., et al. 1998. FEBS Lett. 436, 367.
Angliker, H., et al. 1992. J. Med. Chem. 35, 216.

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