Emetine is a small molecule which can act as an Antiparasitic, Antiviral. It is one of the active ingredients of ipecac root extract. It induces apoptosis in breast cancer cells via inhibition of Wnt/beta-catenin signaling, and inhibits Zika and Ebola viruses by targeting viral entry and replication, inhibiting viral RNA polymerase and host lysosomal function. It is provided as a white powder.

This product acts on the following target types: Ribosome, Lysosome.
This product acts on the following biochemical pathways: NFkappaB, Protein synthesis, Intracellular transport.
This product may be of interest in the following research areas and diseases: Cell death, Parasites, Infectious disease.
This product may act as a Coronavirus inhibitor: Inhibits SARS-CoV-2 replication in cells.

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Target	Emetine dihydrochloride
Form	Solid
Purity	> 98% (TLC). Conforms to structure by NMR.
Reconstitution	Soluble in water (100 mg/ml).
Storage	Store desiccated at -20 °C. Solutions can be stored at -20 °C for up to 3 months.
Molecular Weight	553.6 g/mol
Molecular Formula	C29H40N2O4 · 2HCl [XH2O]
Buffer	Not applicable.
CAS Number	483-18-1
Availability	Shipped within 5-10 working days.
Note	This product is for research use only. Not for human consumption, cosmetic, therapeutic or diagnostic use.

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