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ATP-polyamine-biotin, the first cell-permeable ATP analogue, is an efficient kinase cosubstrate. ATP-polyamine-biotin promotes biotin labeling of kinase substrates in live cells .
PG-11047 (CGC-11047), a polyamine analogue, is a nonfunctional competitor of the natural polyamine spermine. PG-11047 has broad spectrum anticancer activities .
N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride is an acetyl derivative of polyamine. N1-acetylspermine is the substrate for the polyamine oxidase (PAO). N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride selectively elevates its level in human colorectal adenocarcinomas. N1-acetylspermidine shows cleavage efficiency at apurinic sites in DNA .
AMXT-1501 tetrahydrochloride is an orally active polyamine transport inhibitor. AMXT1501 blocks tumor growth in immunocompetent mice but not in athymic nude mice lacking T cells . Combination of DFMO and AMXT‐1501 induces caspase‐3 mediated apoptosis in NB cell lines .
JNJ-1289 is a potent, selective, competitive and allosteric human spermine oxidase (hSMOX) inhibitor (IC50: 50 nM). JNJ-1289 can be used in the research of polyamine catabolism, inflammation and cancers .
Fluorescent polyamine probe-1 (compound 15) is a linear polyamine probe with high uptake efficiency. Fluorescent polyamine probe-1 can be used for the research of transport system into cancer cells .
Ivospemin (SBP-101) is an antineoplastic spermine analog. Ivospemin has shown efficacy in slowing pancreatic and ovarian tumor progression in vitro and in vivo. Ivospemin shows modest induction of polyamine catabolism, but stronger repression of ornithine decarboxylase activity. Ivospemin is promising for research of cancers .
Trypanothione synthetase-IN-4 is a L. infantum trypanothione synthetase (TryS) inhibitor, and the activity is dependent on the concentration of the polyamine substrate. Trypanothione synthetase-IN-4 has potent antileishmanicidal activity with an EC50 value of 0.6 μM and a selectivity index of 35. Trypanothione synthetase-IN-4 can be used for the research of leishmaniasis .
F-14512 is a targeted cytotoxic compound that utilizes the polyamine transport system (PTS) to selectively deliver polyamine-containing drugs to cancer cells. F-14512 combines an epipodophyllotoxin core that targets topoisomerase II with a spermine group that acts as a cell delivery vehicle, with improved selectivity for tumor cells. F-14512 exhibits significant cytotoxicity against cells with high PTS activity and demonstrates high potency in multiple human cell lines (median IC50=0.18 μM). In the MX1 breast tumor xenograft model, F-14512 exhibits potent antitumor activity .
Mitoguazone (Methylglyoxal-bis(guanylhydrazone)) is a synthetic polycarbonyl derivative with potent antineoplastic activity. Mitoguazone is a brain-penetrant and competitive S-adenosyl-methionine decarboxylase (SAMDC) inhibitor that disrupts polyamine biosynthesis. Mitoguazone induces cell apoptosis. Mitoguazone inhibits HIV DNA integration into the cellular DNA in both monocytes and macrophages. Mitoguazone has the potential for acute leukemia, Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma treatment .
Mitoguazone (Standard) is the analytical standard of Mitoguazone. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. Mitoguazone (Methylglyoxal-bis(guanylhydrazone)) is a synthetic polycarbonyl derivative with potent antineoplastic activity. Mitoguazone is a brain-penetrant and competitive S-adenosyl-methionine decarboxylase (SAMDC) inhibitor that disrupts polyamine biosynthesis. Mitoguazone induces cell apoptosis. Mitoguazone inhibits HIV DNA integration into the cellular DNA in both monocytes and macrophages. Mitoguazone has the potential for acute leukemia, Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma treatment .
FUBP1-IN-2 (compound 9) is a potent FUBP1 (far upstream binding protein 1) inhibitor. FUBP1-IN-2 inhibits the KH4 FUBP1-FUSE interaction in a gel shift assay. FUBP1-IN-2 binds to FUBP1 in a ChIP assay. FUBP1-IN-2 reduces both c-Myc mRNA and protein expression, increases p21 mRNA and protein expression, and depletes intracellular polyamines .
(E/Z)-PG-11047 ((E/Z)-CGC-11047) is a polyamine analog with potential application in lung cancer inhibition. (E/Z)-PG-11047 effectively inhibited the growth of non-small cell and small cell lung cancer cells. (E/Z)-PG-11047 exhibits significant biochemical effects in non-small cell lung cancer cells, resulting in significant downregulation of polyamine synthetase activity. (E/Z)-PG-11047 induces polyamine metabolism, resulting in a significant reduction in polyamine levels .
OES2-0017 shows potent synergy with polyamines and growth-inhibitory effects at the low micromolar range. OES2-0017 inhibits spermine/spermidine acetyltransferase (SpeG) (IC50: 34.82 μM ) and other polyamine detoxification enzymes in low concentrations, perturbed the bacterial membrane in higher concentrations .
AMXT1501 is a novel inhibitor of the polyamine transport system. AMXT1501 blocks tumor growth in immunocompetent mice but not in athymic nude mice lacking T cells .
N1-Acetylspermidine-d6 (hydrochloride) is the deuterium labeled N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride. N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride is an acetyl derivative of polyamine. N1-acetylspermine is the substrate for the polyamine oxidase (PAO). N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride selectively elevates its level in human colorectal adenocarcinomas. N1-acetylspermidine shows cleavage efficiency at apurinic sites in DNA[1][2][3].
MDL 72527 free base is a potent polyamine oxidase (PAO) inhibitor. MDL 72527 free base shows a lysosomotropic effect. MDL 72527 shows neuroprotective effects .
Trypanothione synthetase-IN-1 (Compound 1) is a competitive Leishmania infantumtrypanothione synthetase (TryS) inhibitor with an IC50 of 14.8 μM when triamine spermidine is as polyamine S .
Trypanothione synthetase-IN-2 (Compound 3) is a competitive Leishmania infantumtrypanothione synthetase (TryS) inhibitor with an IC50 of 5.4 μM when triamine spermidine is as polyamine S .
Claramine TFA is a steroidal polyamine. Claramine TFA can regulate the properties of lipid membranes and protect cells from various biological toxins, including misfolded protein oligomers and toxins derived from biological proteins .
Claramine is a steroid polyamine with blood-brain barrier permeability. Claramine can regulate the properties of lipid membranes and protect cells from various biological toxins, including misfolded protein oligomers and biological protein-based toxins .
JNJ-9350 is an inhibitor of spermine oxidase (SMOX) with an IC50 value of 0.01 μM. JNJ-9350 also inhibits polyamine oxidase (PAO) with an IC50 value of 0.79 μM. JNJ-9350 can be used for the research of cancer .
N1,N8-Diacetylspermidine is a polyamines in the human urine . N1,N8-Diacetylspermidine is useful as prognostic indicators after treatment and during follow-up examination of cancer patients .
N1,N8-Diacetylspermidine hydrochloride is a polyamines in the human urine . N1,N8-Diacetylspermidine hydrochloride is useful as prognostic indicators after treatment and during follow-up examination of cancer patients .
Herbacetin is a natural flavonoid from flaxseed, exerts various pharmacological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects . Herbacetin is an Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) allosteric inhibitor, directly binds to Asp44, Asp243, and Glu384 on ODC. Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) is a rate-limiting enzyme in the first step of polyamine biosynthesis .
Synthalin hydrochloride is a K+ channel blocker with neuronal excitability modulating activity. Synthalin hydrochloride has an effect on NMDA-mediated depolarization, possibly through receptor-mediated modulation of L-glutamate and serotonin (5-HT). The use of Synthalin hydrochloride can enhance the understanding of changes in membrane potential of different neurons and help study the role of polyamines in neuronal excitability .
L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
HF50731 (compound 21) is a potent CXCR4 antagonist. HF50731 shows strong CXCR4 binding affinity, with IC50 of 19.8 nM. HF50731 effectively inhibits calcium mobilization, cell migration, and HIV-1 infection via CXCR4 coreceptor, with IC50 values of 119.2 nM, 621.4 nM and 1.5 μM .
5'-Methylthioadenosine (5'-(Methylthio)-5'-deoxyadenosine) is a nucleoside generated from S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) during polyamine synthesis . 5'-Methylthioadenosine suppresses tumors by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and the induction of apoptosis while controlling the inflammatory micro-environments of tumor tissue. 5'-Methylthioadenosine and its associated materials have striking regulatory effects on tumorigenesis .
Herbacetin (Standard) is the analytical standard of Herbacetin. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. Herbacetin is a natural flavonoid from flaxseed, exerts various pharmacological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects . Herbacetin is an Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) allosteric inhibitor, directly binds to Asp44, Asp243, and Glu384 on ODC. Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) is a rate-limiting enzyme in the first step of polyamine biosynthesis .
L-Arginine (Standard) is the analytical standard of L-Arginine. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
L-Arginine (hydrochloride) (Standard) is the analytical standard of L-Arginine (hydrochloride). This product is intended for research and analytical applications. L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
5'-Methylthioadenosine- 13C6 is the 13C-labeled 5'-Methylthioadenosine. 5'-Methylthioadenosine (5'-(Methylthio)-5'-deoxyadenosine) is a nucleoside generated from S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) during polyamine synthesis[1]. 5'-Methylthioadenosine suppresses tumors by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and the induction of apoptosis while controlling the inflammatory micro-environments of tumor tissue. 5'-Methylthioadenosine and its associated materials have striking regulatory effects on tumorigenesis[2].
5'-Methylthioadenosine-d3 is the deuterium labeled 5'-Methylthioadenosine[1]. 5'-Methylthioadenosine (5'-(Methylthio)-5'-deoxyadenosine) is a nucleoside generated from S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) during polyamine synthesis. 5'-Methylthioadenosine suppresses tumors by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and the induction of apoptosis while controlling the inflammatory micro-environments of tumor tissue. 5'-Methylthioadenosine and its associated materials have striking regulatory effects on tumorigenesis[2][3][4].
L-Canaline is a nonprotein amino acid stored in many leguminous plants. L-Canaline is a cytotoxic metabolite catalyzed by L-canavanine and its arginase. L-Canaline is a potent and irreversible inhibitor of ornithine aminotransferase. L-Canaline inhibits the growth of the malaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum with an IC50 of 297 nM. L-Canaline has anticancer and antiproliferative effects .
5'-Deoxy-5'-(methylthio)adenosine-d3 is deuterium labeled 5'-Methylthioadenosine. 5'-Methylthioadenosine (5'-(Methylthio)-5'-deoxyadenosine) is a nucleoside generated from S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) during polyamine synthesis . 5'-Methylthioadenosine suppresses tumors by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and the induction of apoptosis while controlling the inflammatory micro-environments of tumor tissue. 5'-Methylthioadenosine and its associated materials have striking regulatory effects on tumorigenesis.
N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine hydrobromide is a potent anticancer agent. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine hydrobromide is a spermine analog that activates polyamine catabolism. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine hydrobromide induces the release of cytochrome c from mitochondria, resulting in activation of caspase 3. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine hydrobromide kills glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) cells through induction of SSAT (spermidine/spermine N1-acetyltransferase) coupled with H2O2 production .
N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine (DENSPM tetrahydrochloride) is a potent anticancer agent. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine activates polyamine catabolism and downregulates mTOR protein. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine induces the release of cytochrome c from mitochondria, resulting in activation of caspase 3. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine tetrahydrochloride kills glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) through induction of SSAT (spermidine/spermine N1-acetyltransferase) coupled with H2O2 production .
N1, N11-Diethylnorspermine tetrahydrochloride (DENSPM tetrahydrochloride) is a potent anticancer agent. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine tetrahydrochloride activates polyamine catabolism and downregulates mTOR protein. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine tetrahydrochloride induces the release of cytochrome c from mitochondria, resulting in activation of caspase 3. N1,N11-Diethylnorspermine tetrahydrochloride kills glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) through induction of SSAT (spermidine/spermine N1-acetyltransferase) coupled with H2O2 production .
Hypusine is a natural amino acid. The post-translational synthesis of hypusine is mainly catalyzed by deoxyhypusine synthase (DHPS) and deoxyhypusine hydroxylase (DOHH) .
γ-Aminobutyric acid (4-Aminobutyric acid) is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the adult mammalian brain, binding to the ionotropic GABA receptors (GABAA receptors) and metabotropic receptors (GABAB receptors. γ-Aminobutyric acid shows calming effect by blocking specific signals of central nervous system .
γ-Aminobutyric acid (Standard) is the analytical standard of γ-Aminobutyric acid. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. γ-Aminobutyric acid (4-Aminobutyric acid) is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the adult mammalian brain, binding to the ionotropic GABA receptors (GABAA receptors) and metabotropic receptors (GABAB receptors. γ-Aminobutyric acid shows calming effect by blocking specific signals of central nervous system .
Fluorescent polyamine probe-1 (compound 15) is a linear polyamine probe with high uptake efficiency. Fluorescent polyamine probe-1 can be used for the research of transport system into cancer cells .
ATP-polyamine-biotin, the first cell-permeable ATP analogue, is an efficient kinase cosubstrate. ATP-polyamine-biotin promotes biotin labeling of kinase substrates in live cells .
MCE CEPT Cocktail is composed of CET small molecules (Chroman 1, Emricasan and Trans-ISRIB) and Polyamine Solution, and can effectively enhance cell survival and promote clonal growth of genetically stable hPSCs.
N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride is an acetyl derivative of polyamine. N1-acetylspermine is the substrate for the polyamine oxidase (PAO). N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride selectively elevates its level in human colorectal adenocarcinomas. N1-acetylspermidine shows cleavage efficiency at apurinic sites in DNA .
N1,N8-Diacetylspermidine is a polyamines in the human urine . N1,N8-Diacetylspermidine is useful as prognostic indicators after treatment and during follow-up examination of cancer patients .
N1,N8-Diacetylspermidine hydrochloride is a polyamines in the human urine . N1,N8-Diacetylspermidine hydrochloride is useful as prognostic indicators after treatment and during follow-up examination of cancer patients .
Herbacetin is a natural flavonoid from flaxseed, exerts various pharmacological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects . Herbacetin is an Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) allosteric inhibitor, directly binds to Asp44, Asp243, and Glu384 on ODC. Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) is a rate-limiting enzyme in the first step of polyamine biosynthesis .
L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
5'-Methylthioadenosine (5'-(Methylthio)-5'-deoxyadenosine) is a nucleoside generated from S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) during polyamine synthesis . 5'-Methylthioadenosine suppresses tumors by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and the induction of apoptosis while controlling the inflammatory micro-environments of tumor tissue. 5'-Methylthioadenosine and its associated materials have striking regulatory effects on tumorigenesis .
Herbacetin (Standard) is the analytical standard of Herbacetin. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. Herbacetin is a natural flavonoid from flaxseed, exerts various pharmacological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects . Herbacetin is an Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) allosteric inhibitor, directly binds to Asp44, Asp243, and Glu384 on ODC. Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) is a rate-limiting enzyme in the first step of polyamine biosynthesis .
L-Arginine (Standard) is the analytical standard of L-Arginine. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
L-Arginine (hydrochloride) (Standard) is the analytical standard of L-Arginine (hydrochloride). This product is intended for research and analytical applications. L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
L-Canaline is a nonprotein amino acid stored in many leguminous plants. L-Canaline is a cytotoxic metabolite catalyzed by L-canavanine and its arginase. L-Canaline is a potent and irreversible inhibitor of ornithine aminotransferase. L-Canaline inhibits the growth of the malaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum with an IC50 of 297 nM. L-Canaline has anticancer and antiproliferative effects .
γ-Aminobutyric acid (4-Aminobutyric acid) is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the adult mammalian brain, binding to the ionotropic GABA receptors (GABAA receptors) and metabotropic receptors (GABAB receptors. γ-Aminobutyric acid shows calming effect by blocking specific signals of central nervous system .
γ-Aminobutyric acid (Standard) is the analytical standard of γ-Aminobutyric acid. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. γ-Aminobutyric acid (4-Aminobutyric acid) is a major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the adult mammalian brain, binding to the ionotropic GABA receptors (GABAA receptors) and metabotropic receptors (GABAB receptors. γ-Aminobutyric acid shows calming effect by blocking specific signals of central nervous system .
The PMF1 protein is part of the MIS12 complex and ensures the correct alignment, segregation and kinetochore formation of chromosomes in mitosis. It also acts as a co-transcriptional partner of NFE2L2, regulating polyamine-induced SSAT transcription. PMF1 Protein, Human is the recombinant human-derived PMF1 protein, expressed by E. coli , with tag free. The total length of PMF1 Protein, Human is 205 a.a., .
The PMF1 protein is part of the MIS12 complex and ensures the correct alignment, segregation and kinetochore formation of chromosomes in mitosis. It also acts as a co-transcriptional partner of NFE2L2, regulating polyamine-induced SSAT transcription. PMF1 Protein, Human (His, Strep) is the recombinant human-derived PMF1 protein, expressed by E. coli , with N-Strep, N-6*His labeled tag. The total length of PMF1 Protein, Human (His, Strep) is 205 a.a., .
HDAC10 Protein, Human (His) is the recombinant human-derived HDAC10, expressed by E. coli , with N-6*His labeled tag. The total length of HDAC10 Protein, Human (His) is 669 a.a.,
N1-Acetylspermidine-d6 (hydrochloride) is the deuterium labeled N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride. N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride is an acetyl derivative of polyamine. N1-acetylspermine is the substrate for the polyamine oxidase (PAO). N1-Acetylspermidine hydrochloride selectively elevates its level in human colorectal adenocarcinomas. N1-acetylspermidine shows cleavage efficiency at apurinic sites in DNA[1][2][3].
5'-Methylthioadenosine- 13C6 is the 13C-labeled 5'-Methylthioadenosine. 5'-Methylthioadenosine (5'-(Methylthio)-5'-deoxyadenosine) is a nucleoside generated from S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) during polyamine synthesis[1]. 5'-Methylthioadenosine suppresses tumors by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and the induction of apoptosis while controlling the inflammatory micro-environments of tumor tissue. 5'-Methylthioadenosine and its associated materials have striking regulatory effects on tumorigenesis[2].
5'-Methylthioadenosine-d3 is the deuterium labeled 5'-Methylthioadenosine[1]. 5'-Methylthioadenosine (5'-(Methylthio)-5'-deoxyadenosine) is a nucleoside generated from S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) during polyamine synthesis. 5'-Methylthioadenosine suppresses tumors by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and the induction of apoptosis while controlling the inflammatory micro-environments of tumor tissue. 5'-Methylthioadenosine and its associated materials have striking regulatory effects on tumorigenesis[2][3][4].
5'-Deoxy-5'-(methylthio)adenosine-d3 is deuterium labeled 5'-Methylthioadenosine. 5'-Methylthioadenosine (5'-(Methylthio)-5'-deoxyadenosine) is a nucleoside generated from S-adenosylmethionine (SAM) during polyamine synthesis . 5'-Methylthioadenosine suppresses tumors by inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and the induction of apoptosis while controlling the inflammatory micro-environments of tumor tissue. 5'-Methylthioadenosine and its associated materials have striking regulatory effects on tumorigenesis.
PMF 1 Antibody (YA3165) is a rabbit-derived non-conjugated IgG antibody (Clone NO.: YA3165), targeting PMF 1, with a predicted molecular weight of 23 kDa (observed band size: 23 kDa). PMF 1 Antibody (YA3165) can be used for WB, IP experiment in human, mouse, rat background.
L-Arginine ((S)-(+)-Arginine) is the substrate for the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) to generate NO. L-Arginine is transported into vascular smooth muscle cells by the cationic amino acid transporter family of proteins where it is metabolized to nitric oxide (NO), polyamines, or L-proline. L-Arginine is a potent vasodilator, and can be used to induce experimental acute pancreatitis .
