CYCLOPAMINE V. CALIFORNICUM - CAS 4449-51-8 - CALBIOCHEM (C15-1239-779)

General description

A cell-permeable steroidal alkaloid and cholesterol mimic that displays both teratogenic and antitumor activities. It disrupts cholesterol bio-synthesis and specifically antagonizes shh (Sonic Hedgehog) signaling pathway through direct interaction with Smo (smoothened), a distant relative of G-protein-coupled receptors. A valuable tool for studying the involvement of shh signaling in the development of various tumors. Tomatidine (Cat. No. 614350) can be used as a negative control. Also available as a 10 mM solution in Ethanol (Cat. No. 239806).

A cell-permeable, steroidal alkaloid and cholesterol mimic that displays both teratogenic and anti-tumor properties. Disrupts cholesterol biosynthesis and specifically antagonizes shh (Sonic Hedgehog) signaling through direct interaction with Smo (smoothened), a protein that is related to G-protein-coupled receptors. Useful for studying the involvement of shh signaling in the development of various tumors. Tomatidine (Cat. No. 614350) can be used as a negative control.

Cyclopamine, V. californicum, CAS 4449-51-8, is a cell-permeable steroidal alkaloid & cholesterol mimic that specifically antagonizes Sonic Hedgehog signaling through direct interaction with Smo.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Cell permeable: yes

Primary Target
Hh signaling in Shh-light2 assay

Product does not compete with ATP.

Warning

Toxicity: Carcinogenic / Teratogenic (D)

Preparation Note

Ethanol stock solutions may require warming to achieve complete solubilization.

Reconstitution

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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