Crustecdysone (Synonyms: 20-Hydroxyecdysone)

Name: Crustecdysone
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Crustecdysone (20-Hydroxyecdysone) is a naturally occurring ecdysteroid hormone isolated from Serratula coronata which controls the ecdysis (moulting) and metamorphosis of arthropods, it inhibits caspase activity and induces autophagy via the 20E nuclear receptor complex, EcR-USP. Crustecdysone exhibits regulatory or protective roles in the cardiovascular system. Crustecdysone is an active metabolite of Ecdysone (HY-N0179).

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CAS No. : 5289-74-7

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: Crustecdysone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Int J Mol Sci. 2024 Dec 3;25(23):12976. [Abstract]; The effects of Crustecdysone (20E: 5 μg) treatment on diapause rate, expression level of diapause-related genes.

: Crustecdysone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Transl Oncol. 2024 Jul:45:101958. [Abstract]; Several bladder cancer cell lines (J82, 5637, T24, UMUC3 and SW780) and normal human urothelial cell line (SV-HUC-1) were incubated with different concentrations (from 0 to 100 μM) of 20-HE for 24 h. Then, all cells were collected for cell viability calculation using CCK-8 analysis.

: Crustecdysone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Transl Oncol. 2024 Jul:45:101958. [Abstract]; Bladder cancer cell lines T24 and UMUC3 were incubated with Crustecdysone (20-HE: 2.5, 5, or 10 μM). After 24 hours of treatment, apoptosis in the bladder cancer cells was analyzed by flow cytometry.

: Crustecdysone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Transl Oncol. 2024 Jul:45:101958. [Abstract]; Bladder cancer cell lines T24 and UMUC3 were incubated with Crustecdysone (20-HE: 2.5, 5, or 10 μM). After 24 hours of treatment, the expression level of Bcl-2 mRNA was analyzed by RT-qPCR.

: Crustecdysone purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Transl Oncol. 2024 Jul:45:101958. [Abstract]; Bladder cancer cell lines T24 and UMUC3 were incubated with Crustecdysone (20-HE: 2.5, 5, or 10 μM). After 24 hours of treatment, Western blot analysis was performed to determine the expression level of cleaved Caspase-3 protein.

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Description

Crustecdysone (20-Hydroxyecdysone) is a naturally occurring ecdysteroid hormone isolated from Serratula coronata which controls the ecdysis (moulting) and metamorphosis of arthropods, it inhibits caspase activity and induces autophagy via the 20E nuclear receptor complex, EcR-USP^[1]. Crustecdysone exhibits regulatory or protective roles in the cardiovascular system^[2]. Crustecdysone is an active metabolite of Ecdysone (HY-N0179)^[3].

Cellular Effect

Cell Line	Type	Value	Description	References
Huh-7	CC₅₀	> 700 μM Compound: 4	Cytotoxicity against human HuH7 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTS assay Cytotoxicity against human HuH7 cells assessed as reduction in cell viability after 72 hrs by MTS assay	[PMID: 26988299]
Huh-7	EC₅₀	53.55 μM Compound: 4	Antiviral activity against Dengue virus 2 DN454009A infected in human HuH7 cells assessed as inhibition of viral RNA level measured 72 hrs post infection by qRT-PCR method Antiviral activity against Dengue virus 2 DN454009A infected in human HuH7 cells assessed as inhibition of viral RNA level measured 72 hrs post infection by qRT-PCR method	[PMID: 26988299]

In Vitro

Crustecdysone induces cell autophagy and caspase-3 activity in the remodeling fat body of Drosophila^[1].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

In Vivo

Crustecdysone (5 or 10 mg/kg; i.p., once daily, for 6 weeks) reduces blood pressure and prevents dilated cardiac hypertrophy in SHR rats^[2].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

Animal Model:	Male spontaneous hypertensive (SHR) rats^[2]
Dosage:	5 or 10 mg/kg
Administration:	Intraperitoneal injection; 5 or 10 mg/kg , once daily, for 6 weeks
Result:	Decreased seminal vesicular weight, systolic pressure, and left ventricular dilatation caused by hypertension. Increased testicular weight and amount of β-isoform.

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Molecular Weight

480.63

Formula

C₂₇H₄₄O₇

CAS No.

5289-74-7

Appearance

Solid

Color

White to off-white

SMILES

O[C@@H]1[C@H](O)C[C@](C(C=C2[C@]3([H])CC[C@@]4(C)[C@@]2(O)CC[C@]4([H])[C@](O)(C)[C@H](O)CCC(O)(C)C)=O)([H])[C@]3(C)C1

Structure Classification

Steroids

Initial Source

Animals

Endogenous metabolite

insects

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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

4°C, protect from light

*In solvent : -80°C, 1 year; -20°C, 6 months (protect from light)

Solvent & Solubility

In Vitro:

DMSO : 100 mg/mL (208.06 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

H₂O : 8.33 mg/mL (17.33 mM; ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C)

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Stock Solutions

Concentration Solvent Mass	1 mg	5 mg	10 mg

1 mM	2.0806 mL	10.4030 mL	20.8060 mL
5 mM	0.4161 mL	2.0806 mL	4.1612 mL
10 mM	0.2081 mL	1.0403 mL	2.0806 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, 1 year; -20°C, 6 months (protect from light). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 1 year. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 6 months.

* 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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In Vivo:

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: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.33 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 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: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.33 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 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.
Protocol 3

Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% Corn Oil
Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.33 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown). If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 900 μL Corn oil, and mix evenly.

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Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL DMSO (Stock solution concentration: mg/mL).

*In solvent : -80°C, 1 year; -20°C, 6 months (protect from light)

The concentration of the stock solution you require exceeds the measured solubility. The following solution is for reference only. If necessary, please contact MedChemExpress (MCE).

Method for preparing in vivo working solution for animal experiments: Take μL DMSO stock solution, add μL . μL , mix evenly, next add μL Tween 80, mix evenly, then add μL Saline.

If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.

Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.

Purity & Documentation

Purity: 99.23%

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References

[1]. Liu H, et al. E93 predominantly transduces 20-hydroxyecdysone signaling to induce autophagy and caspase activity in Drosophila fat body. Insect Biochem Mol Biol. 2014 Feb;45:30-9. [Content Brief]

[2]. Phungphong S, et al. 20-Hydroxyecdysone attenuates cardiac remodeling in spontaneously hypertensive rats. Steroids. 2017 Oct;126:79-84. [Content Brief]

[3]. Minglei Lu, et al. Ecdysone Elicits Chronic Renal Impairment via Mineralocorticoid-Like Pathogenic Activities. Cell Physiol Biochem. 2018;49(4):1633-1645. [Content Brief]

Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

Optional Solvent	Concentration Solvent Mass	1 mg	5 mg	10 mg	25 mg

H₂O / DMSO	1 mM	2.0806 mL	10.4030 mL	20.8060 mL	52.0151 mL
	5 mM	0.4161 mL	2.0806 mL	4.1612 mL	10.4030 mL
	10 mM	0.2081 mL	1.0403 mL	2.0806 mL	5.2015 mL
	15 mM	0.1387 mL	0.6935 mL	1.3871 mL	3.4677 mL
DMSO	20 mM	0.1040 mL	0.5202 mL	1.0403 mL	2.6008 mL
	25 mM	0.0832 mL	0.4161 mL	0.8322 mL	2.0806 mL
	30 mM	0.0694 mL	0.3468 mL	0.6935 mL	1.7338 mL
	40 mM	0.0520 mL	0.2601 mL	0.5202 mL	1.3004 mL
	50 mM	0.0416 mL	0.2081 mL	0.4161 mL	1.0403 mL
	60 mM	0.0347 mL	0.1734 mL	0.3468 mL	0.8669 mL
	80 mM	0.0260 mL	0.1300 mL	0.2601 mL	0.6502 mL
	100 mM	0.0208 mL	0.1040 mL	0.2081 mL	0.5202 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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