Question (59974) | AICAR (Acadesine/AICA riboside), AMPK activator (ab120358)

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Question

I'd like to know how much would it last 250mg Aicar or what's the recommended usage? Thank you.

Answer

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This AICAR can be stored unopened for up to 6 months at -20C under dessicating conditions. After opening, we recommend using immediately for best results. You can store aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20C for up to one month after opening.
This product is for research purposes only, and more information about its use can be found in the following references:
Towler MC & Hardie DG AMP-activated protein kinase in metabolic control and insulin signaling. Circ Res 100:328-41 (2007). PubMed: 17307971
Gadalla AE et al. AICA riboside both activates AMP-activated protein kinase and competes with adenosine for the nucleoside transporter in the CA1 region of the rat hippocampus. J Neurochem 88:1272-82 (2004). PubMed: 15009683
Guigas B et al. Beyond AICA riboside: in search of new specific AMP-activated protein kinase activators. IUBMB Life 61:18-26 (2009). PubMed: 18798311
I hope this helps, please let me know if you need any additional information or assistance.