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MK-28 is a potent and selective PERK activator. MK-28 exhibits remarkable pharmacokinetic properties and high BBB penetration in mice.

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MK-28 Chemical Structure

MK-28 Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 864388-65-8

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Description

MK-28 is a potent and selective PERK activator. MK-28 exhibits remarkable pharmacokinetic properties and high BBB penetration in mice[1].

In Vitro

MK-28 (0-100 μM) shows PERK selectivity in vitro on a 391-kinase panel and rescues cells (but not PERK−/− cells) from ER stress-induced apoptosis[1].
ATF4 protein levels are increased signifcantly, up to 2.5-fold, in STHdhQ111/111 cells at high MK-28 concentration. CHOP and GADD34 mRNA levels show a signifcant increase in both cell types, up to 10- and 5-fold respectively[1].
MK-28 has little or no efect on EIF2AK1 (HRI) or EIF2AK2 (PKR), but it activats EIF2AK4 (GCN2)[1].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

Apoptosis Analysis[1].

Cell Line: STHdhQ111/111 cells.
Concentration: 0-100 μM.
Incubation Time: 48 h.
Result: Rescued cells from ER stress-induced apoptosis.
In Vivo

MK-28 (10 mg/kg, IP, single dose) shows a maximum concentration (Cmax) of 105ng/ml and 30min half-life in plasma, 40 min afer the IP injection[1].
MK-28 (1 mg/kg, IP, daily for 28 days) improves systemic function and survival in R6/2 mice and induces increased levels of eIF2α-P in the mouse brain striatum[1].
MK-28 (Transient subcutaneous delivery) significantly improves motor and executive functions and delayed death onset in R6/2 mice, showing no toxicity[1].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

Animal Model: R6/2 mice[1].
Dosage: 1 mg/kg.
Administration: IP, daily for 28 days.
Result: Incerased the survival.
Molecular Weight

396.44

Formula

C24H20N4O2

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Appearance

Solid

Color

Light yellow to yellow

SMILES

OC1=CC=C(C=C1O)/C=N/N(C2=NC(C3=CC=CC=C3)=CC(C4=CC=CC=C4)=N2)C

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Powder -20°C 3 years
4°C 2 years
In solvent -80°C 6 months
-20°C 1 month
Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro: 

DMSO : 12.5 mg/mL (31.53 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

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Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 2.5224 mL 12.6122 mL 25.2245 mL
5 mM 0.5045 mL 2.5224 mL 5.0449 mL
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* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

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For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
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  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

    Solubility: 1.25 mg/mL (3.15 mM); Suspended solution; Need ultrasonic

    This protocol yields a suspended solution of 1.25 mg/mL. Suspended solution can be used for oral and intraperitoneal injection.

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (12.5 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

    Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
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Purity & Documentation

Purity: 99.81%

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Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
DMSO 1 mM 2.5224 mL 12.6122 mL 25.2245 mL 63.0612 mL
5 mM 0.5045 mL 2.5224 mL 5.0449 mL 12.6122 mL
10 mM 0.2522 mL 1.2612 mL 2.5224 mL 6.3061 mL
15 mM 0.1682 mL 0.8408 mL 1.6816 mL 4.2041 mL
20 mM 0.1261 mL 0.6306 mL 1.2612 mL 3.1531 mL
25 mM 0.1009 mL 0.5045 mL 1.0090 mL 2.5224 mL
30 mM 0.0841 mL 0.4204 mL 0.8408 mL 2.1020 mL
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