Castanospermine, 1 g

Castanospermine exhibits clearly defined physical and chemical properties. It is an alkaloid with the molecular formula C17H25N5O10 and a molecular weight of 461.4 g/mol. This compound belongs to the saponin family due to its complex carbohydrate structure. It is supplied in a pure form at 1 gram per package. Castanospermine has been found to inhibit glucan synthase, making it a potential therapeutic agent for treating diseases associated with excessive glycogen accumulation, such as McArdle's disease. Additionally, it shows promise as a potential HIV-1 reverse transcriptase inhibitor.

• CAS Number: 79831-76-8