glucose uptake

AS1949490 activated glucose metabolism via up-regulation of GLUT1 gene in L6 myotubes[1][2]. AS1949490 is a potent and selective SHIP-2 (SH2 domain-containing inositol 5′ phosphatase 2) inhibitor, with an IC50 of 620 nM.

Cichoric Acid (Dicaffeoyltartaric acid) is a potent inhibitor of human immunodeficiency virus type-1 (HIV-1) integrase and the replication in tissues. It also a class of cannabinomimetics with CB2 receptor-dependent and independent.

Oxfendazole (RS-8858), a broad spectrum benzimidazole anthelmintic, protects livestock against roundworm, strongyles and pinworms.

MitoPQ (MitoParaquat) is a mitochondria-targeted small molecule compound that selectively enhances mitochondrial superoxide and hydrogen peroxide levels and inhibits insulin-stimulated glucose uptake and translocation of glucose transport protein 4 (GLUT4) to the plasma membrane in adipocytes and myotubes.MitoPQ can be used to MitoPQ can be used to study mitochondrial oxidative stress and regulated GLUT4 transporter.

Dehydro Nifedipine (BAY-b 4759) is the main metabolite of nifedipine in human plasma. Dehydro Nifedipine inhibits glucose uptake in PC-12 cells with an IC50 value of 130 μM. Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used in the treatment of hypertension and angina. Dehydronifedipine is formed when it is metabolized by cytochrome P450 (CYP) isomers CYP3A4 and CYP3A5.

hydrocotarnine is an inhibitor of Cbl.

Metformin hydrochloride (1,1-Dimethylbiguanide hydrochloride), a widely used anti-diabetic drug, exhibits potential anti-Y properties by inhibiting the proliferation of various Y cells, including colon and prostate.

Metformin (1,1-Dimethylbiguanide) is an AMPK activator with blood-brain barrier permeability. Metformin may improve glycemic control by increasing insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal glucose uptake, and is commonly used in type 2 diabetes research.

SIRT6-IN-5(SIRT6 inhibitor 5) is a potent and selective SIRT6 inhibitor with an IC50 value of 34 μM.SIRT6-IN-5 is immunosuppressive and chemo-sensitizing, increases H3K9 acetylation and glucose uptake in cultured cells, and reduces T-cell proliferation.

PTP1B-IN-22 is a protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B (PTP1B) inhibitor that inhibits glucose uptake in skeletal muscle L6 myotubes.

Suksdorfin has hypoglycemic effects, promotes adipocyte differentiation and enhances lipocalin production, activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ), promotes insulin-dependent glucose uptake by adipocytes, and can be used to study obesity.

Buformin hydrochloride (NSC-528218) is a potent AMPK activator,an oral antidiabetic drug of the biguanide class. Buformin delays the absorption of glucose from the gastrointestinal tract increases insulin sensitivity and glucose uptake into cells and inhibits synthesis of glucose by the liver. Biguanides may antagonize the action of glucagon, thus reducing fasting glucose levels.

Bis(maltolato)oxovanadium(IV) (BMOV) is a potent, reversible, competitive, and orally active pan-PTP (protein tyrosine phosphatases) inhibitor with insulin-mimicking effects and anti-diabetic properties. BMOV is a potent insulin sensitizer and has been shown to improve cardiac dysfunctions in diabetic models. BMOV inhibits HCPTPA, PTP1B, HPTPβ, and SHP2 with IC50s of 126 nM, 109 nM, 26 nM, and 201 nM, respectively [1][2].

1. Stearic acid (Cetylacetic acid) can reduce metastatic tumor burden. 2. Stearic acid leads to dramatically reduced visceral fat likely by causing the apoptosis of preadipocytes. 3. Stearic acid and its derivatives have been used as gelators in food and pharmaceutical gel formulations. 4. Stearic acid is a potent phosphatase 1B inhibitor, possibly causing an enhancement in the insulin receptor signaling to stimulate glucose uptake into adipocytes. 5. Stearic acid has the potential to increase dry matter intake and yields of milk and milk components, without affecting conversion of feed to milk, body condition score, or body weight.

SBI-477 is a chemical probe that stimulates insulin signaling by deactivating the transcription factor MondoA. It coordinately inhibits triacylglyceride (TAG) synthesis and enhances basal glucose uptake in human skeletal myocytes.

(Rac)-Glutipyran is a broad-spectrum GLUT inhibitor targeting both GLUT1 and GLUT3. This compound inhibits glucose uptake and significantly impedes the growth of various cancer cells, particularly demonstrating substantial inhibition of PANC-1 cell growth (IC50=1.8 μM) and glucose uptake (IC50=0.13 μM).

LXQ-87 is an orally administered, non-competitive inhibitor of PTP1B with an IC50 of 1.061 μM, demonstrating hypoglycemic activity. It alleviates insulin resistance and enhances cellular glucose uptake, making it useful for type 2 diabetes research.

PPARγ agonist15 (Compound 7c) functions as an agonist of PPARγ, inhibiting the expression of α-amylase (HPA) and α-glucosidase (HLAG) with IC50 values of 28.35 µM and 26.21 µM, respectively. It enhances glucose uptake in L6 myotubes and improves glucose homeostasis, insulin sensitivity, and lipid metabolism in a rat model of Streptozotocin-induced diabetes.

DDN is a selective Insulin Receptor activator and insulin sensitizer that mimics insulin activity with oral efficacy. It can directly bind to the receptor kinase domain, inducing Akt and ERK phosphorylation, and enhances insulin-stimulated glucose uptake. DDN significantly reduces blood glucose levels in wild-type and diabetic ob/ob and db/db mice.

α-Amylase-IN-12 (Compound 5e) is an α-amylase inhibitor with an IC50 of 0.15 mM, functioning through a mixed inhibition mode. It exhibits an IC50 of 9.40 mM against α-glucosidase. This compound enhances glucose uptake in yeast cells and demonstrates significant anti-glycation activity at high concentrations. α-Amylase-IN-12 is applicable for diabetes research.

15-LOX-IN-2 (Compound 2a) is an orally active inhibitor of COX-2/15-LOX and a partial agonist of PPARγ. It exhibits anti-inflammatory activity by inhibiting levels of 20-HETE, IL-1β, and TNF-α in LPS-treated RAW 264.7 cells. Additionally, it significantly enhances glucose uptake without the presence of insulin and is applicable in metabolic disease research.

Rapaglutin E (RgE) is an inhibitor of glucose transport proteins (GLUT). It exhibits dose-dependent inhibition of [3H]-2DG uptake in A549, Jurkat T, PANC10.05, and RBC cells, with IC50 values of 8.9 nM, 3.1 nM, 35.5 nM, and 74.2 nM, respectively. Additionally, Rapaglutin E suppresses cell proliferation in A549, PANC10.05, HeLa, Jurkat T, and HEK293T cells.

DN-108, a thiazolidinedione derivative, acts as an orally active peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor γ (PPARγ) agonist with antidiabetic properties. It improves hyperglycemia, hypertriglyceridemia, and hyperinsulinemia in diabetic mouse models. DN-108 enhances tissue glucose uptake (e.g., increases 2-deoxyglucose uptake in L6 muscle cells) and inhibits fatty acid synthase activity, making it a promising candidate for type 2 diabetes research.

β2AR agonist 2 (compound 8a) is an agonist of the β2-adrenergic receptor (β2AR). It is a saturated azacyclic compound featuring a 4- to 7-membered heterocycle. The compound has a chiral structure in the -R form by incorporating a carbon with a requisite hydroxyl group, which significantly stimulates glucose uptake in skeletal muscle cells, thereby enhancing cellular glucose uptake (GU). β2AR agonist 2 is applicable in the study of type 2 diabetes (T2D).