An oxygenated derivative of Cholesterol; an oxysterol. An inhibitor of human immunodeficiency virus replication in vitro. It induces apoptosis in human monocytic cell lines as well as inducing apoptosis in CEM cells associated with negative regulation of c-Myc.Appearance:Supplied as a white to off-white solid.Melting Poin:164-169°CFormula:C₂₇H₄₆O₂Solubility:Chloroform (slightly), methanol (slightly, sonicated)Molecular Weight:~402.65Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
