Description
A synthetic prodrug which is converted to the vitamin D receptor agonist 1,25-dihydroxy vitamin D3 in vivo; suppresses the synthesis and secretion of parathyroid hormone in secondary hyperparathyroidism; supports bone growth; provides renal and cardiovascular protection during chronic kidney disease
Formal name: 5-[2E-[(3aS)-1R-[1R,5-dimethylhexyl]octahydro-7aR-methyl-4H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylene-1R,3R-cyclohexanediol
Synonyms: 1-Hydroxycholecalciferol|Alfacalcidol|Bondiol|Etalpha|Oxydevit|Tevabone
Molecular weight: 400.6
CAS: 41294-56-8
Purity: ≥95%
Formulation: A crystalline solid
Product Type|Biochemicals|Natural Products|Vitamins||Research Area|Cardiovascular System|Kidney & Renal Disease|Chronic Kidney Disease||Research Area|Endocrinology & Metabolism|Bone Growth & Remodeling||Research Area|Endocrinology & Metabolism|Cofactors & Vitamins||Research Area|Endocrinology & Metabolism|Hormones & Receptors|Vitamin D Receptor