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Caspase is a family of cysteine proteases that play essential roles in apoptosis (programmed cell death), necrosis, and inflammation. There are two types of apoptotic caspases: initiator (apical) caspases and effector (executioner) caspases. Initiator caspases (e.g., CASP2, CASP8, CASP9, and CASP10) cleave inactive pro-forms of effector caspases, thereby activating them. Effector caspases (e.g., CASP3, CASP6, CASP7) in turn cleave other protein substrates within the cell, to trigger the apoptotic process. The initiation of this cascade reaction is regulated by caspase inhibitors. CASP4 and CASP5, which are overexpressed in some cases of vitiligo and associated autoimmune diseases caused by NALP1 variants, are not currently classified as initiator or effector in MeSH, because they are inflammatory enzymes that, in concert with CASP1, are involved in T-cell maturation.

Caspase Isoform Specific Products:

Caspase Isoform Comparison
Cat. No. Product Name Effect Purity Chemical Structure
  • HY-N2071
    Cedrol
    		Activator 99.76%
    Cedrol is a potent competitive inhibitor of cytochrome P-450(CYP) enzyme. Cedrol plays an anticancer role by inducing cell cycle arrest and Caspase-dependent apoptosis. Cedrol acts as a neutrophil agonist that can desensitize cells to subsequent stimulation of N-formyl peptides. Cedrol prevents neuropathic pain caused by chronic contractile injury by inhibiting oxidative stress and inflammation. In addition, Cedrol has antibacterial, hair loss prevention and anti-anxiety properties.
    Cedrol
  • HY-124832
    δ-Secretase inhibitor 11
    		Inhibitor 99.89%
    δ-Secretase inhibitor 11 (compound 11) is an orally active, potent, BBB-penetrated, non-toxic, selective and specific δ-secretase inhibitor, with an IC50 of 0.7 μM. δ-Secretase inhibitor 11 interacts with both the active site and allosteric site of δ-secretase. δ-Secretase inhibitor 11 attenuates tau and APP (amyloid precursor protein) cleavage. δ-Secretase inhibitor 11 ameliorates synaptic dysfunction and cognitive impairments in tau P301S and 5XFAD transgenic mouse models. δ-Secretase inhibitor 11 can be used for Alzheimer's disease research.
    δ-Secretase inhibitor 11
  • HY-N12060
    Ginkgo biloba extract
    		Inhibitor
    Ginkgo biloba extract is a natural product that can be isolated from Ginkgo biloba leaves. Ginkgo biloba extract alleviates oxidative stress-induced neuronal apoptosis (Apoptosis) by stabilizing mitochondrial function, regulating Bcl-2 family proteins and inhibiting caspase activation. Ginkgo biloba extract alleviates testicular injury by upregulating SKP2 and inhibiting Beclin1-independent autophagy (Autophagy). Ginkgo biloba extract alleviates various types of neuronal damage in animal models. Ginkgo biloba extract reduces behavioral sensitization in rats. Ginkgo biloba extract counteracts Aβ-induced neurotoxicity by blocking a series of Aβ-triggered events, including glucose uptake, ROS accumulation, AKT activation, mitochondrial dysfunction, JNK and ERK 1/2 pathways, and apoptosis, and also interferes with the formation of Aβ oligomers. Ginkgo biloba extract is applicable to research related to cerebral hypoperfusion, testicular injury, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, multi-infarct dementia, stroke, traumatic brain injury and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
    Ginkgo biloba extract
  • HY-N6866
    Gomisin N
    		Activator 99.94%
    Gomisin N is an orally active lignan compound. Gomisin N can be isolated from Schisandra chinensis. Gomisin N induces Apoptosis in a variety of cells. Gomisin N activates AMPK, Akt, MAPK/ERK, Nrf2, caspase-3 and PARP-1. Gomisin N inhibits GSK3β, nitric oxide (NO), and proinflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, IL-6, TNF-α). Gomisin N has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-obesity, anti-diabetic, and anti-melanogenesis activities. Gomisin N has anti-tumor activity against cervical cancer and liver cancer. Gomisin N improves Alzheimer's disease.
    Gomisin N
  • HY-134353B
    ADP-β-S trilithium
    		Activator
    ADP-β-S (Adenosine 5'-(β-thiodiphosphate)) trilithium is a non-hydrolyzable ADP analog and a P2Y12 receptor agonist. ADP-β-S trilithium activates the P2Y12 receptor in microglia, thereby triggering downstream inflammatory signaling pathways. ADP-β-S trilithium activates P2Y purinergic receptors in rat pancreatic β cells and enhances glucose-induced insulin secretion. ADP-β-S trilithium can be used in the research of diseases such as inflammation and diabetes.
    ADP-β-S trilithium
  • HY-N2014
    Verbenalin
    		Inhibitor 99.93%
    Verbenalin is an orally active terpenoid glycoside that can be extracted from the medicinal plant Verbena officinalis. Verbenalin has anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and neuroprotective effects. Verbenalin has a strong binding affinity to the nsp-12 protein of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Verbenalin can be used in the research of inflammatory and nervous system diseases such as hepatitis and Alzheimer's disease.
    Verbenalin
  • HY-10805A
    Almorexant hydrochloride
    		Activator 99.98%
    Almorexant (ACT 078573) hydrochloride is an orally active, potent and competitive dual orexin receptor antagonist, with Kd values of 1.3 nM (OX1) and 0.17 nM (OX2), respectively. Almorexant hydrochloride reversibly blocks signaling of orexin-A and orexin-B peptides. Almorexant hydrochloride totally blocked the intracellular Ca2+ signal pathway. Almorexant hydrochloride stimulates caspase-3 activity in AsPC-1 cells and induces apoptosis.
    Almorexant hydrochloride
  • HY-150270A
    NP-1815-PX sodium
    		Inhibitor 99.51%
    NP-1815-PX sodium is an orally active dual inhibitor of P2X4 and prostaglandin TP receptors, with an IC50 of 0.26 μM against human P2X4 receptors. NP-1815-PX sodium specifically inhibits ATP-mediated prostaglandin production, TP receptor-induced calcium elevation, and the canonical/non-canonical NLRP3 inflammasome signaling pathway. NP-1815-PX sodium selectively blocks smooth muscle contractions induced by ATP, U46619 (HY-108566) and prostaglandin F2α. NP-1815-PX sodium not only produces anti-allodynic effects in vivo, but also significantly alleviates symptoms of DNBS (HY-W324435)-induced colitis (such as weight loss and tissue damage). NP-1815-PX sodium exerts anti-inflammatory effects by downregulating IL-1β levels and Caspase-1 activity. NP-1815-PX sodium is used in studies related to asthma and inflammatory bowel disease (colitis).
    NP-1815-PX sodium
  • HY-N0660
    Jujuboside B
    		Activator 99.92%
    Jujuboside B is a bioactive saponin component isolated from Ziziphi Spinosae Semen (sour jujube seed), with oral efficacy and blood-brain barrier permeability. Jujuboside B induces acute leukemia cell death and drives necroptosis apoptosis by activating the RIPK1/RIPK3/MLKL pathway. Jujuboside B upregulates the expression of NOXA, PARP and caspase-3, activates AMPK, inhibits the proliferation of breast cancer cells, and induces cell apoptosis and autophagy. Jujuboside B inhibits angiogenesis and tumor growth by blocking the VEGFR-2 signaling pathway. Jujuboside B alleviates liver injury in mice by regulating the Nrf2-STING signaling pathway. Jujuboside B alleviates liver injury by regulating anti-inflammatory responses and downregulating the expression of 11β-HSD2. Jujuboside B induces ferroptosis and overcomes radioresistance in non-small cell lung cancer via the PPARγ-ATF3-Gpx4 signaling pathway. Jujuboside B exerts inhibitory effects on platelet aggregation. Jujuboside B inhibits febrile seizures by suppressing the activity of AMPA receptors. Jujuboside B reverses chronic unpredictable mild stress-promoted tumor progression by blocking the PI3K/Akt and MAPK/ERK pathways and dephosphorylating CREB signaling. Jujuboside B is applicable to related studies on acute leukemia, breast cancer, PM2.5-induced lung injury, hepatotoxicity, liver injury, colorectal cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, thromboembolic diseases, cardiovascular diseases associated with high platelet aggregation, febrile seizures, and depressive-like phenotypes.
    Jujuboside B
  • HY-N0758
    Barlerin
    		99.82%
    Barlerin (8-O-Acetyl shanzhiside methyl ester) is an iridoid glucoside isolated from the leaves of Lamiophlomis rotata Kudo, a Chinese folk medicinal plant in Xi-zang. Barlerin (8-O-Acetyl shanzhiside methyl ester) could inhibt NF-κB.
    Barlerin
  • HY-N2123
    Neoliquiritin
    		Inhibitor 99.85%
    Neoliquiritin is a flavonoid and flavanone-derived cytotoxic agent with anticancer activity and neuroprotective effects. Neoliquiritin exhibits excellent tumor specificity, exerting a more pronounced killing effect on cancer cells compared with normal oral cells. Neoliquiritin also exerts neuroprotective effects by inhibiting ATP depletion and the elevation of caspase 3/7 activity. Widely present in the roots of Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Glycyrrhiza inflata and Glycyrrhiza glabra, Neoliquiritin can be applied to studies on human oral squamous cell carcinoma, leukemia, Parkinson's disease and other conditions.
    Neoliquiritin
  • HY-N2125
    Parishin C
    		99.24%
    Parishin C is a brain-penetrant major bioactive component found in Gastrodia elata Blume. Parishin C is a 5-HT1A receptor agonist with an EC50 of 34 nM. Parishin C has antipsychotic and neuroprotective effects. Parishin C protects against Aβ-induced long-term potentiation damage and NMDA receptor current impairment. Parishin C reduces oxidative stress, pro-inflammatory cytokine levels, caspase activity, brain water content, and cerebral infarct volume; increases antioxidant enzyme activity and BDNF levels; improves nerve function and histopathological brain damage. Parishin C attenuates phencyclidine-induced immobility time increases, sociability deficits, and visual recognition memory impairment. Parishin C can be used for the research of ischemic stroke, Alzheimer's disease, and schizophrenia-like psychosis.
    Parishin C
  • HY-B0762S1
    Acetyl-L-carnitine-d3-1 hydrochloride
    		Inhibitor 99.12%
    Acetyl-L-carnitine-d3-1 (O-Acetyl-L-carnitine-d3-1) hydrochloride is the deuterium labeled Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride (HY-B0762). Acetyl-L-carnitine (O-Acetyl-L-carnitine; ALCAR) hydrochloride is an orally active mitochondrial energy metabolism regulator and neuroprotectant that can penetrate the blood-brain barrier. Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride selectively enters cells and the brain through the organic cation transporter OCTN2. Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride can participate in fatty acid β-oxidation, promote acetylcholine synthesis, regulate mitochondrial function and inhibit oxidative stress as an acetyl donor. Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride exerts its activity by enhancing energy metabolism, protecting neurons and improving synaptic plasticity. Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride is mainly used in the study of neurodegenerative diseases and metabolic disorder-related diseases such as neonatal hypoxic-ischemic brain damage, Alzheimer's disease, and depression.
    Acetyl-L-carnitine-d<sub>3</sub>-1 hydrochloride
  • HY-101448
    TMI-1
    		Activator 99.57%
    TMI-1 (WAY-171318) inhibits TNF converting enzyme (TACE) (IC50 of 8.4 nM), ADAM-TS-4, ADAM-17 and various MMPs with oral activity. TMI-1 significantly suppresses the secretion of TNF-α , alleviating collagen-induced arthritis in mice. TMI-1 inhibits cancer cell proliferation, induces apoptosis through a caspase-dependent pathway. TMI-1 also reverses TRPV1 upregulation and lowers the levels of inflammatory factors (TNF-α、IL-1β、IL-6) in nerve cells, protecting against paclitaxel-induced neurotoxicity. TMI-1 leads to changes in pro-atherogenic lipoprotein profiles, but does not affect the progression of early lesions.
    TMI-1
  • HY-136727
    Ac-LEVD-CHO
    		Inhibitor 98.41%
    Ac-LEVD-CHO is a caspase-4 inhibitor. Ac-LEVD-CHO is a peptide with the sequence of Ac-Leu-Glu-Val-Asp-al.
    Ac-LEVD-CHO
  • HY-B0842
    Thiophanate-Methyl
    		Activator 99.86%
    Thiophanate-Methyl is a pesticide residue and fungicide. Thiophanate-Methyl induces hepatotoxicity via caspase-3-mediated apoptosis and oxidative stress, thereby causing metabolic imbalance in the liver of zebrafish. Thiophanate-Methyl impairs the rhizobacteria-mediated defense response of cucumber against fusarium wilt.
    Thiophanate-Methyl
  • HY-176786
    MCB-36
    		Agonist 98.43%
    MCB-36 is a VHL-recruiting pan-KRAS PROTAC degrader without affecting KRAS transcription. MCB-36 exhibits minimal effects on HRAS and NRAS protein levels. MCB-36 binds to the GDP-loaded state of G12D, G12C, G12V, and wild-type KRAS with high affinities Kd ≈ 1 pM). MCB-36 decreases p-ERK levels, leading to cell apoptosis. MCB-36 effectively suppress KRASG12C inhibitor-resistant cancer cells and remodel the tumor immune microenvironment. MCB-36 can be used for the study of colorectal cancer and lung cancer (Pink: Target protein ligand; Blue: E3 ligand (HY-112078); Black: Linker (HY-W091879)).
    MCB-36
  • HY-B0762S
    Acetyl-L-carnitine-d3 hydrochloride
    		Inhibitor 99.79%
    Acetyl-L-carnitine-d3 (O-Acetyl-L-carnitine-d3) hydrochloride is the deuterium labeled Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride (HY-B0762). Acetyl-L-carnitine (O-Acetyl-L-carnitine; ALCAR) hydrochloride is an orally active mitochondrial energy metabolism regulator and neuroprotectant that can penetrate the blood-brain barrier. Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride selectively enters cells and the brain through the organic cation transporter OCTN2. Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride can participate in fatty acid β-oxidation, promote acetylcholine synthesis, regulate mitochondrial function and inhibit oxidative stress as an acetyl donor. Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride exerts its activity by enhancing energy metabolism, protecting neurons and improving synaptic plasticity. Acetyl-L-carnitine hydrochloride is mainly used in the study of neurodegenerative diseases and metabolic disorder-related diseases such as neonatal hypoxic-ischemic brain damage, Alzheimer's disease, and depression.
    Acetyl-L-carnitine-d<sub>3</sub> hydrochloride
  • HY-N7400
    Phaseoloidin
    		Inhibitor 99.92%
    Phaseoloidin is an orally active multi-target inhibitor. Phaseoloidin inhibits the activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome and blocks the caspase-11-GSDMD pyroptosis axis. Phaseoloidin reduces the expression of collagen-degrading enzymes to maintain the integrity of cartilage matrix. Phaseoloidin activates the AMPK/mTOR pathway to enhance autophagy function and reverse apoptosis resistance. Phaseoloidin inhibits the growth and development of Manduca sexta and Spodoptera littoralis larvae, thereby helping Nicotiana attenuata defend against lepidopteran herbivorous insects. Phaseoloidin can be used in research related to acute gouty arthritis and pulmonary fibrosis.
    Phaseoloidin
  • HY-120149
    Inotodiol
    		Activator 98.29%
    Inotodiol activates p53 signaling pathway, inhibits MMP-2/9, and exhibits antitumor activity in cancer cell HeLa. Inotodiol inhibits the generation of ROS and exhibits antioxidant and neuroprotective effects. Inotodiol inhibits the activation of MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathway, and exhibits anti-inflammatory activity. Inotodiol inhibits TLR-4 mediated TNF-α production (IC50s in BMMC and BMDM is 0.7 μM and 3.0 μM), inhibits the degranulation in mast cell, exhibits anti-allergic activity. Inotodiol is orally active.
    Inotodiol
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Upon binding to their cognate ligand, death receptors such as Fas and TRAILR can activate initiator Caspases (Pro-caspase 8 and Pro-caspase 10) through dimerization mediated by adaptor proteins such as FADD and TRADD. Active Caspase 8 and Caspase 10 then cleave and activate the effector Caspase 3, 6 and 7, leading to apoptosis. ROS/DNA damage and ER stress trigger Caspase 2 activation. Active Caspase 2 cleaves and activates Caspase 3 and initiates apoptosis directly. Caspase 2, 8 and 10 can also cleave Bid, stimulate mitochondrial outer membrane permeabilization (MOMP) and initiate the intrinsic apoptotic pathway. Following MOMP, mitochondrial intermembrane space proteins such as Smac and Cytochrome C are released into the cytosol. Cytochrome C interacts with Apaf-1, triggering apoptosome assembly, which activates Caspase 9. Active Caspase 9, in turn, activates Caspase 3, 6 and 7, leading to apoptosis. Mitochondrial release of Smac facilitates apoptosis by blocking the inhibitor of apoptosis (IAP) proteins. 

 

Following the binding of TNF to TNFR1, TNFR1 binds to TRADD, which recruits RIPK1, TRAF2/5 and cIAP1/2 to form TNFR1 signaling complex I. Formation of the complex IIa and complex IIb is initiated either by RIPK1 deubiquitylation mediated by CYLD or by RIPK1 non-ubiquitylation due to depletion of cIAPs. The Pro-caspase 8 homodimer in complex IIa and complex IIb generates active Caspase 8. This active Caspase 8 in the cytosol then carries out cleavage reactions to activate downstream executioner caspases and thus induce classical apoptosis[1][2]. 

 

Reference:

[1]. Thomas C, et al. Caspases in retinal ganglion cell death and axon regeneration. Cell Death Discovery volume 3, Article number: 17032 (2017).
[2]. Brenner D, et al. Regulation of tumour necrosis factor signalling: live or let die. Nat Rev Immunol. 2015 Jun;15(6):362-74.

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