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Methylene blue trihydrate  (Synonyms: C.I. Basic Blue 9 trihydrate)

Cat. No.: HY-B1359 Purity: 98.0%
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Methylene blue trihydrate (C.I. Basic Blue 9 trihydrate) is a guanylyl cyclase (sGC), monoamine oxidase A (MAO-A) and NO synthase (NOS) inhibitor. Methylene blue trihydrate is a vasopressor and is often used as a dye in several medical procedures. Methylene blue trihydrate has antinociception, antimalarial, antidepressant and anxiolytic activity effects. Methylene Blue trihydrate has the potential for methemoglobinemias, neurodegenerative disorders and ifosfamide-induced encephalopathytreatment.

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CAS No. : 7220-79-3

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    Methylene blue trihydrate purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Nat Commun. 2024 Nov 27;15(1):10303.  [Abstract]

    Northern blot analysis of pre-rRNA intermediates using 5'ETS-1, 5'ETS-2, 5'ETS and ITS1-29 probes in DDX10-AID mESCs with IAA treatment (0 h, 6 h, 24 h, and 48 h) or treated with IAA for 48 h followed by 48 h of washing. MB represents methylene blue staining. Experiments were repeated three times independently with similar results. Membranes were stained with Methylene Blue stain solution (0.03% Methylene Blue in 0.3 M sodium acetate (pH 5.0-5.5)), and then RNA was crosslinked onto the membrane using UV light.

    Methylene blue trihydrate purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Nat Commun. 2024 Nov 27;15(1):10303.  [Abstract]

    Northern blot analysis of pre-rRNA intermediate levels in DDX10-AID (+ OsTir1) mESCs overexpressing DDX10FL, DDX10ΔHBD, DDX10ΔHCD or DDX10ΔHD at 0 h and 48 h after IAA treatment. MB represents Methylene Blue staining. Experiments were repeated three times independently with similar results. Source data are provided as a Source Data file. Membranes were stained with Methylene Blue stain solution (0.03% Methylene Blue in 0.3 M sodium acetate (pH 5.0-5.5)), and then RNA was crosslinked onto the membrane using UV light.

    Methylene blue trihydrate purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Nat Commun. 2024 Nov 27;15(1):10303.  [Abstract]

    Northern blot analysis of pre-rRNA intermediates in DDX10-AID (+ OsTir1) mESCs overexpressing NUP98-DDX10 or DDX10, treated with IAA at different time points (0 h, 24 h, and 48 h). MB represents Methylene Blue staining. Experiments were repeated two times independently with similar results. Source data are provided as a Source Data file. Membranes were stained with Methylene Blue stain solution (0.03% Methylene Blue in 0.3 M sodium acetate (pH 5.0-5.5)), and then RNA was crosslinked onto the membrane using UV light.

    Methylene blue trihydrate purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Theranostics. 2021 Oct 17;11(20):9884-9903.  [Abstract]

    Migration analysis of THP-1, co-cultured with cancer cells that were pre-treated with Methylene Blue.

    Methylene blue trihydrate purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Theranostics. 2021 Oct 17;11(20):9884-9903.  [Abstract]

    Western blotting analysis of PD-L1 expression in THP-1 which was co-cultured with cancer cells pre-treated with Methylene Blue.

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    Description

    Methylene blue trihydrate (C.I. Basic Blue 9 trihydrate) is a guanylyl cyclase (sGC), monoamine oxidase A (MAO-A) and NO synthase (NOS) inhibitor. Methylene blue trihydrate is a vasopressor and is often used as a dye in several medical procedures. Methylene blue trihydrate has antinociception, antimalarial, antidepressant and anxiolytic activity effects. Methylene Blue trihydrate has the potential for methemoglobinemias, neurodegenerative disorders and ifosfamide-induced encephalopathytreatment[1][2][3].

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    Plasmodium

     

    In Vitro

    By acting as an alternative electron acceptor/donor Methylene blue restores mitochondrial function, improves neuronal energy production and inhibits the formation of superoxide[1].
    Methylene blue inhibits cytochrome P450 (CYP) isozymes. Methylene blue is an odorless, water soluble, dark blue-green crystalline powder, which turns blue whenever mixed in solution. Methylene blue is a vasopressor that impacts the NO synthetic pathway by inhibiting inducible NOS and inhibiting the subsequent activation of sGC. In addition, by binding to the iron heme moiety of sGC and causing enzyme inhibition, Methylene blue blocks accumulation of cyclic GMP (cGMP), competing directly with NO in its ability to activate soluble guanylyl cyclase[3].

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

    In Vivo

    Methylene Blue (1, 5, and 25 μg/rat) significantly decreases sevoflurane minimum alveolar anesthetic concentration (MAC) and brain cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) content in a dose-dependent manner in male Sprague-Dawley rats (7-week-old, 200-250 g)[2].
    Methylene blue is used as a dye in chromoendoscopy, and is sprayed onto the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract in order to identify dysplasia, or pre-cancerous lesions[2].
    Methylene blue is able to restore vascular tone, normalize mean arterial pressures (MAP), and reduce vasopressor usage[3].

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

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    Molecular Weight

    373.90

    Formula

    C16H24ClN3O3S

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    Appearance

    Solid

    Color

    Dark green to black

    SMILES

    CN(C1=CC(SC2=C/C(C=CC2=N3)=[N+](C)\C)=C3C=C1)C.O.[Cl-]

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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: 

    DMSO : 100 mg/mL (267.45 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 2.6745 mL 13.3726 mL 26.7451 mL
    5 mM 0.5349 mL 2.6745 mL 5.3490 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.

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

      Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (6.69 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.
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      Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

      Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (6.69 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.
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    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: 98.0%

    References

    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 1 mM 2.6745 mL 13.3726 mL 26.7451 mL 66.8628 mL
    5 mM 0.5349 mL 2.6745 mL 5.3490 mL 13.3726 mL
    10 mM 0.2675 mL 1.3373 mL 2.6745 mL 6.6863 mL
    15 mM 0.1783 mL 0.8915 mL 1.7830 mL 4.4575 mL
    20 mM 0.1337 mL 0.6686 mL 1.3373 mL 3.3431 mL
    25 mM 0.1070 mL 0.5349 mL 1.0698 mL 2.6745 mL
    30 mM 0.0892 mL 0.4458 mL 0.8915 mL 2.2288 mL
    40 mM 0.0669 mL 0.3343 mL 0.6686 mL 1.6716 mL
    50 mM 0.0535 mL 0.2675 mL 0.5349 mL 1.3373 mL
    60 mM 0.0446 mL 0.2229 mL 0.4458 mL 1.1144 mL
    80 mM 0.0334 mL 0.1672 mL 0.3343 mL 0.8358 mL
    100 mM 0.0267 mL 0.1337 mL 0.2675 mL 0.6686 mL
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