Steroids

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Betamethasone is a synthetic corticosteroid, which is an analogue of a glucocorticoid sourced from adrenal cortex hormones. Its mode of action involves modulating the immune response by inhibiting the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. This is achieved through its binding affinity to glucocorticoid receptors, leading to transcriptional changes that suppress pro-inflammatory cytokine production and other mediators of inflammation. The applications of Betamethasone are extensive due to its potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is primarily used in the treatment of various inflammatory conditions, including dermatological disorders such as eczema and psoriasis, as well as rheumatologic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, Betamethasone is employed in certain allergic reactions and as a part of the regimen for certain autoimmune diseases. Its versatility in topical, oral, and injectable forms allows for targeted therapeutic strategies tailored to patient-specific needs, particularly where high-potency corticosteroid intervention is warranted to mitigate severe pathological inflammation.

Applications A labelled metabolite of Exemestane; exerts biological effects as an androgen. References Howell, A., et al.: Lancet, 365, 60 (2005), Goss, P., et al.: Clin. Cancer Res., 10, 5717 (2004), Buzdar, A., et al.: Lancet Oncol., 7, 633 (2006), Coates, A., et al.: J. Clin. Oncol., 25, 486 (2007), Jordan, V., et al.: Steroids, 72, 7 (2007),

Stability Hygroscopic Applications 4-Hydroxy Estrone 1-N7-Guanine is an estrogen metabolite formed with DNA which can lead to the mutations that initiate breast, prostate, and other types of cancer. Estrogen-DNA depurinating adducts as biomarkers of cancer risk and their use in cancer detection and prevention. References Chakravarti, D., et al.: Mutat. Res., 456, 17 (2000), Liehr, J., et al.: Endocr. Rev., 21, 4054 (2000), Chakravarti, D., et al.: Oncogene, 20, 7945 (2001), Cavalieri, E., et al.: Chem. Res. Toxicol., 14, 1041 (2002),

Natural glycoside

Stability Hygroscopic, Temperature Sensitive Applications (6α,11β)-11,20-Dihydroxy-6-methyl-3-oxopregna-1,4,17(20)-trien-21-al is an impurity of Methylprednisolone( M325934). References Solomun, L. et al.: J. Serb. Chem. Soc., 75, 1441 (2010);

Applications 4-Hydroxy Estradiol 1-N7-Guanine is an estrogen metabolite formed with DNA which can lead to the mutations that initiate breast, prostate, and other types of cancer. Estrogen-DNA depurinating adducts as biomarkers of cancer risk and their use in cancer detection and prevention. References Chakravarti, D., et al.: Mutat. Res., 456, 17 (2000), Liehr, J., et al.: Endocr. Rev., 21, 4054 (2000), Chakravarti, D., et al.: Oncogene, 20, 7945 (2001), Cavalieri, E., et al.: Chem. Res. Toxicol., 14, 1041 (2002),