Bioactivity | (±)-Methotrexate ((±)-Amethopterin) is a racemate of Methotrexate (HY-14519). Methotrexate, an antimetabolite and antifolate agent, inhibits the enzyme dihydrofolate reductase, thereby preventing the conversion of Folic acid into Tetrahydrofolate, and inhibiting DNA synthesis[1]. |
CAS | 60388-53-6 |
Formula | C20H22N8O5 |
Molar Mass | 454.44 |
Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Storage | Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis. |
Reference | [1]. Tian H, et al. Understanding the mechanisms of action of methotrexate: implications for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Bull NYU Hosp Jt Dis. 2007;65(3):168-73. |