Code No.: FNK-16640 CAS#: 34200-97-0 (assigned to the planar structure of oudenone potassium salt) Size: 1 mg Molecular Formula: C12H17O4K Molecular Weight: 264.362 Source: Oudemansiella radicata Supplied as: Powder Purity : >98 % (HPLC) Long Term Storage: at -20 °C Solubility: Soluble in H2O and DMSO
Description
Oudenone(potassium salt) is a derivative of the fungal metabolite oudenone and functions as a tyrosine hydroxylase inhibitor[2][4]. It is also known as CAY10799 (potassium salt) and has hypotensive properties[1][3].
The compound has a molecular weight of 264.4 D and is available commercially with a purity of ≥98%[2][5]. Its CAS number is 34200-97-0[2][5].
The substance is primarily used as a biochemical reagent in research settings, and it's important to note that it should be handled with appropriate precautions due to its biological activity[4][5].
Oudenone was isolated from fermentation broth of Oudemansiella radicata 10F as an inhibitor of tyrosine hydroxylase (IC50: 1.1×10-4 M).1-2)
It also inhibited phenylalanine hydroxylase (IC50: 2.3×10-3M) and showed strong hypotensive effect.1,3)
Relevance in Human Disease
Hypotensive Effects: Oudenone has been shown to have blood pressure-lowering properties. Studies have demonstrated that it can significantly reduce blood pressure in hypertensive models, such as genetically hypertensive rats. This makes it a compound of interest for research into treatments for hypertension.
Enzyme Inhibition: As a tyrosine hydroxylase inhibitor, oudenone affects the synthesis of catecholamines, which are neurotransmitters that play a role in the regulation of blood pressure. This mechanism contributes to its hypotensive effects
Cell Signaling Pathway
As a tyrosine hydroxylase inhibitor, oudenone(potassium salt) likely affects catecholamine synthesis, which could explain its hypotensive (blood pressure-lowering) effects[1][3]. This makes it a potentially interesting compound for research in areas related to blood pressure regulation and catecholamine metabolism.
References
1) A new microbial product, oudenone, inhibiting tyrosine hydroxylase. Umezawa H, et al. J Antibiot. 1970 23(10) 514-518.
2) Oudenone, a novel tyrosine hydroxylase inhibitor from microbial origin. Ohno M, et al. J Am Chem Soc. 1971 93(5) 1285-
1286.