For laboratory research use only — not for human or veterinary use. Not evaluated by the U.S. FDA.
Metabolic Compound
AICAR
A nucleoside analog and AMP-activated protein kinase activator, widely used in metabolic research as a pharmacological tool for studying AMPK-dependent pathways.
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AICAR
1 × 50mg · $49.99
99% purity, QC passed
HPLC + mass-spec verified
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Frequently researched together
Commonly studied alongside AICAR.
Compound information
Technical specifications
Molecular profile
| Type | AICA ribonucleotide (AMP analog / AMPK activator) |
| CAS number | 2627-69-2 |
| Molecular weight | 258.23 g/mol |
| Formula | C9H14N4O5 |
Storage & stability
- ❄️
Lyophilized (powder)
-20°C · stable 2+ years
- ❄️
Reconstituted
2–8°C · use within 30 days
Sources & references
Peer-reviewed literature, for research context
- Cells
AICAr, a Widely Used AMPK Activator with Important AMPK-Independent Effects: A Systematic Review
2021·DOI: 10.3390/cells10051095·PMID: 34064363Višnjić D, Lalić H, Dembitz V, Tomić B, Smoljo T
View source - Blood
Acadesine activates AMPK and induces apoptosis in B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia cells but not in T lymphocytes
2003·DOI: 10.1182/blood-2002-07-2339·PMID: 12522004Campàs C, Lopez JM, Santidrián AF, Barragán M, Bellosillo B, Colomer D
View source - Biochemical and biophysical research communications
AICAR induces AMPK-independent programmed necrosis in prostate cancer cells
2016·DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2016.04.077·PMID: 27103440Guo F, Liu SQ, Gao XH, Zhang LY
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Important research notice
Not for human consumption. This product is sold exclusively for laboratory and in vitro research. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Any research findings referenced on this page are drawn from published, peer-reviewed literature and are provided for educational context only. They are not product claims and should not be read as medical advice.
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