Description
A-769662 is an activator of AMPK that is used in research models to study signaling mechanisms involved in cellular homeostasis. A-769662 exhibits anticancer and antithrombotic activities. In prostate cancer cells, this compound inhibits cellular proliferation, migration, and invasion. In osteoblasts, A-769662 inhibits H202-induced apoptosis and decreases accumulation of ROS. Additionally, it also decreases platelet aggregation in vitro.
References
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Zhu Y, Zhou J, Ao R, et al. A-769662 protects osteoblasts from hydrogen dioxide-induced apoptosis through activating of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). Int J Mol Sci. 2014 Jun 23;15(6):11190-203. PMID: 24960362.
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