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Alpha-Estradiol

Alias: Alfatradiol Epiestradiol Epiestrol
Cat No.:V30062 Purity: ≥98%
Alpha-Estradiol,an endogenous estrogen receptor ligand, is a weak estrogen and a 5α-reductase inhibitor which is used as a topical medication in the treatment of androgenic alopecia.
Alpha-Estradiol
Alpha-Estradiol Chemical Structure CAS No.: 57-91-0
Product category: 5 alpha Reductase
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Other Forms of Alpha-Estradiol:

  • Estradiol (β-Estradiol)
  • Estradiol-d3 (β-Estradiol-d3; 17β-Estradiol-d3; 17β-Oestradiol-d3)
  • Estradiol-d4 (β-Estradiol-d4; 17β-Estradiol-d4; 17β-Oestradiol-d4)
  • Estradiol-d5
  • Estradiol-13C2
  • Estradiol Cypionate (Depoestradiol)
  • Estradiol Benzoate
  • Estradiol enanthate
  • Estradiol hemihydrate
  • Estradiol-d2 (β-Estradiol-d2; 17β-Estradiol-d2; 17β-Oestradiol-d2)
  • Estradiol-d2-1
  • Estradiol valerate (β-estradiol 17-valerate)
  • Estradiol dipropionate
  • Ethinyl Estradiol (Ethynylestradiol)
  • Estradiol 3-sulfamate (BLE 00084)
  • Estradiol undecylate
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Product Description

Alpha-Estradiol, an endogenous estrogen receptor ligand, is a weak estrogen and a 5α-reductase inhibitor which is used as a topical medication in the treatment of androgenic alopecia.

Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
5α-reductase; Endogenous Metabolite
ln Vitro
The 5α-reductase inhibitor 17 alpha-estradiol prevents the metabolism of testosterone that is catalyzed by 5α-reductase [1]. α-Estradiol (17α-estradiol, 10 μM) attenuates LPS-induced inflammatory markers in cells by decreasing NFκB-p65 and upregulating ERα protein expression in C57BL/6J male and female mouse embryonic fibroblast (MEF) cells, primary preadipocytes, and differentiated 3T3-L1 adipocytes in an ERα-dependent manner [2].
ln Vivo
In juvenile rats, α-estradiol (17-α-estradiol, 0.01, 0.1, 1 μg) dramatically decreased the ratio of central avascular/total retinal area. On postnatal days 9, 13, and 17, malondialdehyde (MDA) levels in the retina of puppies exposed to hyperoxia were dramatically decreased by 1 μg of α-estradiol. In the retina of puppies, α-estradiol (1 μg) likewise decreased the quantity, concentration, and activity of NADPH oxidase-positive cells. Puppies given 1.0 μg α-estradiol had higher retinal concentrations of VEGF at PND 9 but decreased amounts at PND 14 and 17. The optimum effect in the retina of puppies treated with 1.0 μg α-estradiol on PND was partially reversed by ICI182780. 14 and 17 [3].
Enzyme Assay
Inhibition of the Testosterone Metabolism in Rat Liver Slices by 17 alpha-Estradiol. The influence of 17 alpha-estradiol (CAS 57-91-0), a hormonally almost inactive isomer of physiological 17 beta-estradiol, on the metabolism of [14C]-labeled testosterone in rat liver slices was investigated. The analysis of extracts from incubates (3.0 ml medium, 100 mg liver slices, 416 nmol [14C]-testosterone, 0.1-30 micrograms 17 alpha-estradiol, 37 degrees C, 30 min) by thin layer chromatography showed, that 30 micrograms of 17 alpha-estradiol inhibited the testosterone turnover in liver slices of female animals. The failure of a significant inhibitory effect in liver slices of male animals is attributed to the known, much smaller total turnover of testosterone in male liver cells. The amount of unchanged 4-en-3-oxo-steroid (testosterone and 4-androstene-3,17-dione) was increased by a factor of 2.65 and 2.25, respectively. With high probability, the inhibition was the result of a decreased hydrogenation of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT, 17 beta-hydroxy-5 alpha-androstan-3-one), catalyzed by 5 alpha-reductase, since the production rates of DHT and the DHT-transformation metabolites (5 alpha-androstane-3 alpha,17 beta-diol and 5 alpha-androstane-3,17-dione) were significantly lowered (factors: 0.16, 0.61, 0.61, respectively). In further experiments 17 beta-estradiol and 17 alpha-ethinylestradiol could be shown to inhibit the testosterone turnover in liver slices of female rats, too, but to a lower extent that 17 alpha-estradiol (relative inhibitory effects: 17 alpha-estradiol:17 beta-estradiol:17 alpha-ethinylestradiol = 100 : 73 : 58)[1].
Cell Assay
Background: 17 Alpha-estradiol (17 α-E2) is a natural, non-feminizing stereoisomer of 17 beta-estradiol (17 β-E2). Whereas much is known about the physiological effects of 17 β-E2, much less is known about 17 α-E2. For example, 17 β-E2 exerts anti-inflammatory effects in neurons and adipocytes through binding and activation of estrogen receptor alpha (ERα); however, if 17 α-E2 has similar effects on inflammation is currently unknown.
To begin to address this, we analyzed the ability of 17 α-E2 and 17 β-E2 to suppress lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced inflammation in vitro using embryonic fibroblast cells (MEF) from wild type and total body ERα (ERKO) male and female mice. Additionally, we further probed if there were sex differences with respect to the effects of E2s using primary pre-adipocyte cells from C57BL/6J male and female mice. Also, we probed mechanistically the effects of E2s in fully differentiated 3T3-L1 cells.
Results: Both E2s decreased LPS-induced markers of inflammation Tnf-α and Il-6, and increased the anti-inflammatory markers Il-4 and IL-6 receptor (Il-6ra) in MEF cells. To begin to understand the mechanisms by which both E2's mediate their anti-inflammatory effects, we probed the role of ERα using two methods. First, we used MEF cells from ERKO mice and found reductions in ERα diminished the ability of 17 α-E2 to suppress Tnf-α in female but not in male cells, demonstrating a sexual dimorphism in regard to the role of ERα to mediate 17 α-E2's effects. Second, we selectively reduced the expression of ERα in 3T3-L1 cells using siRNA and found reductions in ERα diminished the ability of both E2s to suppress Tnf-α and Il-6 expression. Lastly, to determine the mechanisms by which E2s reduce inflammation, we explored the role of NFκB-p65 and found both E2s decreased NFκB-p65 expression.
Conclusions: In conclusion, we demonstrate for the first time that 17 α-E2, as well as 17 β-E2, suppresses inflammation through their effects on ERα and NFκB-p65[2].
Animal Protocol
Newborn mice exposed to hyperoxia underwent subcutaneous injections of different doses of 17α-E2 from postnatal days (PND) 7 to 17. The retinal flat mounts were scored for avascular/total retinal area on PND 17. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), malondialdehyde (MDA) concentrations, and intensity, activity, and quality of reduced nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADPH) oxidase in the retina were determined on PND 9, 13 (14), and 17.
Results: The avascular area, which is found in retinas of hyperoxia-exposed pups but not in retinas of normoxia-exposed ones, was significantly smaller in retinas of 17α-E2-treated pups. MDA and VEGF concentrations and intensity, activity, and quality of NADPH oxidase were stable in retinas of normoxia pups on PND 9, 13 (14), and 17, whereas in retinas of hyperoxia-exposed and 17α-E2-treated pups, they fluctuated markedly. VEGF concentrations were lower in retinas of hyperoxia-exposed pups than in those of normoxia ones on PND 9. Elevated VEGF concentrations were found in retinas of 17α-E2-treated pups on PND 9 and in hyperoxia-exposed pups on PND 14 and 17. Low VEGF concentrations were found in retinas of 17α-E2-treated pups on PND 14 and 17. MDA concentrations and NADPH oxidase concentration and activity, which were higher in retinas of hyperoxia-exposed pups, were lower in retinas of 17α-E2-treated pups on PND 9, 13, and 17. The most effective outcome in retinas of 1.0 μg 17α-E2-treated pups was markedly reversed by ICI182780.
Conclusions: We found that 17α-E2 mitigates oxidative stress reactions and ameliorates OIR severity by decreasing NADPH oxidase expression and activity via the receptor and other pathways[3].
References

[1]. Inhibition of testosterone metabolism by 17-alpha-estradiol in rat liver slices. Arzneimittelforschung. 1991 Nov;41(11):1186-9.

[2]. The effects of 17 alpha-estradiol to inhibit inflammation in vitro. Biol Sex Differ. 2017 Sep 6;8:30.

[3]. 17-Alpha-estradiol ameliorating oxygen-induced retinopathy in a murine model. Jpn J Ophthalmol. 2012 Jul;56(4):407-15.

Additional Infomation
17alpha-estradiol is an estradiol that is estra-1,3,5(10)-triene substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 17 (the 17alpha stereoisomer). It has a role as a geroprotector and an estrogen. It is a 17alpha-hydroxy steroid, a 3-hydroxy steroid and an estradiol.
Mito-4509 is a non-feminizing estrogen analog that could affect mitochondrial metabolic pathways. It is used to treat Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's Disease, Retinal Disorders and other neurologic Disorders.
17a-estradiol is found in the estrogen patch. The estrogen patch is a delivery system for estradiol used as hormone replacement therapy to treat the symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness, and to prevent osteoporosis. Originally marketed as Vivelle (Novartis), it was discontinued in 2003 and reintroduced in a smaller form as Vivelle-Dot. Although the estrogen is given transdermally rather than in the standard oral tablets, the estrogen patch carries similar risks and benefits as more conventional forms of estrogen-only hormone replacement therapy.
See also: Estradiol (annotation moved to).
Drug Indication
Investigated for use/treatment in alzheimer's disease, neurologic disorders, parkinson's disease, and retinal disorders (unspecified).
Mechanism of Action
MITO-4509 is an orally-administered drug candidate that shows neuro-protective activity and reductions in beta-amyloid in animal models of Alzheimer's disease, and is well tolerated in a completed human Phase I trial. In addition to Alzheimer's disease, MITO-4509 shows potential for use in Parkinson's disease, Friedreich's ataxia, retinitis pigmentosa, and mild cognitive impairment ("MCI" is often considered a precursor to Alzheimer's disease).
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C₁₈H₂₄O₂
Molecular Weight
272.38
Exact Mass
272.177
Elemental Analysis
C, 79.37; H, 8.88; O, 11.75
CAS #
57-91-0
Related CAS #
Alpha-Estradiol;57-91-0;Estradiol (Standard);50-28-2;Estradiol-d3;79037-37-9;Estradiol-d4;66789-03-5;Estradiol-d5;221093-45-4;Estradiol-13C2;82938-05-4;Estradiol (cypionate);313-06-4;Estradiol benzoate;50-50-0;Estradiol enanthate;4956-37-0;Estradiol hemihydrate;35380-71-3;Estradiol-d2;53866-33-4;Estradiol-13C6;Estradiol-d2-1;3188-46-3;rel-Estradiol-13C6; 979-32-8 (valerate); 113-38-2 (dipropionate); 57-63-6 (ethinyl); 172377-52-5 (sulfamate); 3571-53-7 (undecylate)
PubChem CID
68570
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
Density
1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point
445.9±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point
176-180ºC(lit.)
Flash Point
209.6±23.3 °C
Vapour Pressure
0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction
1.599
LogP
4.13
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
2
Rotatable Bond Count
0
Heavy Atom Count
20
Complexity
382
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
5
SMILES
C[C@]12CC[C@H]3[C@H]([C@@H]1CC[C@H]2O)CCC4=C3C=CC(=C4)O
InChi Key
VOXZDWNPVJITMN-SFFUCWETSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C18H24O2/c1-18-9-8-14-13-5-3-12(19)10-11(13)2-4-15(14)16(18)6-7-17(18)20/h3,5,10,14-17,19-20H,2,4,6-9H2,1H3/t14-,15-,16+,17-,18+/m1/s1
Chemical Name
(8R,9S,13S,14S,17R)-13-methyl-6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-decahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthrene-3,17-diol
Synonyms
Alfatradiol Epiestradiol Epiestrol
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

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Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)
Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
DMSO : ~62.5 mg/mL (~229.46 mM)
Ethanol : ~11.11 mg/mL (~40.79 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (9.18 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline) (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of 25.0 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 900 μL of 20% SBE-β-CD physiological saline solution and mix evenly.
Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C,1 week): Dissolve 2 g SBE-β-CD in 10 mL saline to obtain a clear solution.

Solubility in Formulation 2: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (9.18 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 90% Corn Oil (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
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Solubility in Formulation 3: 0.58 mg/mL (2.13 mM) in 5% EtOH + 95% PBS (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), suspension solution; with ultrasonication.


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1 mM 3.6713 mL 18.3567 mL 36.7134 mL
5 mM 0.7343 mL 3.6713 mL 7.3427 mL
10 mM 0.3671 mL 1.8357 mL 3.6713 mL

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