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Metformin hydrochloride, Tocris Bioscience™
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Quantity:
100 mg
Description
Metformin hydrochloride is an antidiabetic agent; lowers plasma glucose levels and improves insulin sensitivity. Inhibits hepatic gluconeogenesis via activation of the LKB1/AMPK pathway. Displays antiproliferative effects in cancer cell lines via inhibition of mitochondrial complex I (MRC-1). Activates the aPKC-CBP pathway in neural precursors to promote neurogenesis. Activates autophagy. Identified by chemoinformatics as targeting human host proteins that interact with SARS-CoV-2.
Specifications
Quantity | 100 mg |
Formula Weight | 165.62 |
Percent Purity | >98% |
Chemical Name or Material | Metformin hydrochloride |
Safety and Handling
Recommended Storage | Store at Room Temperature |
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