Chemisty and Biological Activity
Chemical Formula
C21H26O3
Chemical Name
9-(4-methoxy-2,3,6-trimethyl-phenyl)-3,7-dimethyl-nona-2,4,6,8- tetraenoic acid
Chemical Structure
Molecular Weight
326.429 g/mol
Physical State
Solid
Melting Point
228-230 oC
Water Solubility
0.0729 mg/L
Isoelectric Point
Not Available
Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
Phase 1 Metabolising Enzyme (1-st Step of Metabolism)
Not Available
Primary Drug Target
| Name | Retinoic acid receptor alpha | | Gene Name | RARA | | Synonyms | Retinoic acid receptor alpha; RAR-alpha | | Specific Function | This is a receptor for retinoic acid. This metabolite has profound effects on vertebrate development. Retinoic acid is a morphogen and is a powerful teratogen. This receptor controls cell function by directly regulating gene expression |
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