5-Azacytidine, 10 g

5-Azacytidine belongs to a class of compounds with well-established chemical utility, serving as a nucleoside analogue. Its molecular formula is C9H13N5O4, with a molecular weight of 221.2 g/mol. This compound is a deoxyribonucleoside derivative, specifically a cytidine analogue with an azido group replacing the hydrogen at the 5 position. It is offered in a pure form, with a specified purity of 98%, and is supplied in a pack containing 10 grams. Notably, 5-Azacytidine has demonstrated efficacy as a therapeutic agent in the treatment of certain myelodysplastic syndromes and certain types of leukemia. Furthermore, it can act as a potent inhibitor of DNA methyltransferases, thereby influencing gene expression patterns.

• CAS Number: 320-67-2