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D-Galactose  (Synonyms: D-(+)-Galactose)

Cat. No.: HY-N0210 Purity: ≥98.0%
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D-Galactose is a natural aldohexose and C-4 epimer of glucose.

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D-Galactose Chemical Structure

D-Galactose Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 59-23-4

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Description

D-Galactose is a natural aldohexose and C-4 epimer of glucose.

IC50 & Target

Human Endogenous Metabolite

 

In Vitro

Galactose is important for the survival and virulence of bacteria. In Escherichia coli galactose is utilized by the Leloir pathway. Two anomers of d-galactose are used for different purposes, α-d-galactose as a carbon source and β-d-galactose for induction of UDP-galactose synthesis for biosynthetic glycosylation[1].

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In Vivo

D-Galactose can be used in animal modeling to construct mouse subacute aging model and rat cataract model.

Chronic D-galactose exposure induces neurodegeneration by enhancing caspase-mediated apoptosis and inhibiting neurogenesis and neuron migration in mice, as well as increasing oxidative damage. In addition, D-galactose-induced toxicity in mice is a useful model for studying the mechanisms of neurodegeneration and neuroprotective drugs and agents[2]. D-galactose given by oral route causes cognitive impairments in rats which are accompanied by oxidative damage. Cognitive impairments is observed in the open-field test in the 4th and 6th weeks after d-gal administration, as well as an impairment in spatial memory in the radial maze test after the 6th week of d-gal administration[3].

D-Galactose is a classic subacute aging and cataracts modeling agent. D-galactose changes the structure of protein and peptide by reacting with their free amine groups resulting in the accumulation of advanced glycation end (AGE) products through non-enzymatic glycation. AGEs give rise to age-related disorders. Rats and mice are generally used as animal models[4][5][6][7].

Dose reference for D-Galactose induction[4][5][6][7]:
(1) Model animal: female/male C57BL/6J mice
Subacute Aging Model: 50, 100 and 200 mg/kg/day, subcutaneous injection (s.c.), 8 weeks
Cataract Model: 200 mg/kg/day, subcutaneous injection (s.c.), 8 weeks
(2) Model animals: Albino-Wistar rats (120-130 g)
Subacute Aging Model: 300 mg/ml/kg, injected intraperitoneally (i.p.), 7 day
Cataract Model: 15 g/kg, injected intraperitoneally (i.p.), twice daily, 30 day

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Animal Model: female C57BL/6J mice[5]
Dosage: 50, 100 and 200 mg/kg/day, 8 weeks
Administration: subcutaneous injection (s.c.)
Result: Impaired spatial learning and memory of mice at a dose of 100 mg/kg.
Induced locomotor impairment in LAT in a dose-dependent manner especially in the second day.
Molecular Weight

180.16

Formula

C6H12O6

CAS No.
Appearance

Solid

Color

White to off-white

SMILES

O=C[C@@H]([C@H]([C@H]([C@@H](CO)O)O)O)O

Structure Classification
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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage
Powder -20°C 3 years
4°C 2 years
In solvent -80°C 6 months
-20°C 1 month
Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro: 

H2O : 62.5 mg/mL (346.91 mM; ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C)

DMSO : 50 mg/mL (277.53 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

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Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 5.5506 mL 27.7531 mL 55.5062 mL
5 mM 1.1101 mL 5.5506 mL 11.1012 mL
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* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

    Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (13.88 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

    Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
  • Protocol 2

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

    Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (13.88 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

    Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.

For the following dissolution methods, please prepare the working solution directly. It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions and use them promptly within a short period of time.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  PBS

    Solubility: 100 mg/mL (555.06 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic

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Purity & Documentation

Purity: ≥98.0%

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Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
DMSO / H2O 1 mM 5.5506 mL 27.7531 mL 55.5062 mL 138.7655 mL
5 mM 1.1101 mL 5.5506 mL 11.1012 mL 27.7531 mL
10 mM 0.5551 mL 2.7753 mL 5.5506 mL 13.8766 mL
15 mM 0.3700 mL 1.8502 mL 3.7004 mL 9.2510 mL
20 mM 0.2775 mL 1.3877 mL 2.7753 mL 6.9383 mL
25 mM 0.2220 mL 1.1101 mL 2.2202 mL 5.5506 mL
30 mM 0.1850 mL 0.9251 mL 1.8502 mL 4.6255 mL
40 mM 0.1388 mL 0.6938 mL 1.3877 mL 3.4691 mL
50 mM 0.1110 mL 0.5551 mL 1.1101 mL 2.7753 mL
60 mM 0.0925 mL 0.4626 mL 0.9251 mL 2.3128 mL
80 mM 0.0694 mL 0.3469 mL 0.6938 mL 1.7346 mL
100 mM 0.0555 mL 0.2775 mL 0.5551 mL 1.3877 mL

* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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