Replaces Prod. #: ALX-380-015Antiviral and immunosuppressive activity. Clinically useful antipsoriatic agent. Mycophenolic acid prodrugs are effective in rheumatoid arthritis and for the prevention of organ transplant rejection. Mechanism of action is inhibition of inosine-5'-monophosphate dehydrogenase. Product SpecificationAlternative Name: 6-(4-Hydroxy-6-methoxy-7-methyl-3-oxo-5-phthalanyl)-4-methyl-4-hexanoic acid Formula: C17H20O6 MW: 320.3 Source: Isolated from Penicillium brevi-compactum CAS: 24280-93-1 RTECS: MP8050000 Purity: ≥98% (TLC) Appearance: White solid. Hazard: HARMFUL. Solubility: Soluble in 100% ethanol, methanol or methylene chloride; insoluble in water Long Term Storage: -20°C Use/Stability: Store solutions at -20°C for up to 3 months.