A potent, water-soluble poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitor (EC50 = 20nM). Inhibits peroxynitrite-induced cell necrosis and displays significant, dose-dependent anti-inflammatory effects in a variety of local inflammation models. Provides cardioprotection by decreasing myocardial infarct size. Suppresses cell growth in liver cancer cells.Solubility:DMSO (~30mg/ml) or H2O (~30mg/mlPubChem CID: 16219859MDL Number: MFCD03452993Storage and Stability:Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile buffer or dH2O. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.