An antidiabetic drug. A thiazolidinedione (TDZ) type of antihyperglycemic agent. It displays antihyperglycemic activity in genetically obese C57 Bl/6 ob/ob mice and is a selective PPARg agonist (EC50 = 3uM).
Storage and Stability:
Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20 degrees C. Stable for 12 months at -20 degrees C. Reconstitute with DMSO or ethanol. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20 degrees C. Reconstituted product is stable for 6 months at -20 degrees 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.