Cat. No.: HY-B1411

i-Inositol

(Synonyms: myo-Inositol; meso-Inositol)

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i-Inositol (myo-Inositol) is a compound of sugar alcohols. i-Inositol is involved in a series of biological processes such as insulin signal transduction and cytoskeletal transduction. i-Inositol mainly exists in glial cells and plays an osmotic role.

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Purity: 98.0%
CAS No.: 87-89-8
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆
Molecular Weight:180.16

Storage:

Store at room temperature 3 years.

In solvent -80°C, 2 years , -20°C, 1 year

i-Inositol Chemical Structure

CAS No.: 87-89-8

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Biological Activity
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- IC₅₀ & Target
- In Vitro
- Clinical Trial
Chemical Information
Publications (6)
Solvent & Solubility
- In Vitro
- In Vivo
Purity & Documentation
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Biological Activity

Description

IC₅₀ & Target

Human Endogenous Metabolite

All Endogenous Metabolite Isoforms :

In Vitro

i-Inositol (2 mg/mL, 2 h) can improve sperm mitochondrial function in patients with altered sperm parameters^[1].

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

Clinical Trial

NCT Number	Sponsor	Condition	Start Date	Phase A549
NCT01329991	Plexxikon\|		2011-05	PHASE1

Chemical Information

CAS No. 87-89-8
Appearance Solid
Molecular Weight 180.16
Formula C₆H₁₂O₆
Color White to light yellow
SMILES

O[C@H]1[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]1O)O)O)O)O
Synonyms

myo-Inositol; meso-Inositol
Structure Classification
- Others
Initial Source
- Endogenous metabolite
- Human Gut Microbiota Metabolites
- Microorganisms
Shipping

Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

Store at room temperature 3 years

In solvent	-80°C	2 years
	-20°C	1 year

Publications (6)

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Nature

Lithocholic acid phenocopies anti-ageing effects of calorie restriction. [Abstract]

2025 Jul;643(8070):192-200. PMID: 39695227
Sci Rep

Broad-spectrum antiviral activity of ebselen. [Abstract]

2025 Dec 29;15(1):44762. PMID: 41461699
Sci Rep

Decitabine promotes the differentiation of poorly differentiated gastric cancer cells and enhances the sensitivity of NK cell cytotoxicity via TNF-α. [Abstract]

2025 Apr 16;15(1):13119. PMID: 40240368
Theriogenology

Effects of myo-inositol on oocyte and early embryo development in Tibetan sheep. [Abstract]

2025 Dec:248:117594. PMID: 40701015

i-Inositol purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Theriogenology. 2025 Dec:248:117594. [Abstract]

Effect of myo-Inositol (Myo; 25 mM) on ROS and GSH levels in oocytes. Images of staining of ROS and GSH levels.

i-Inositol purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Theriogenology. 2025 Dec:248:117594. [Abstract]

Effect of myo-Inositol (Myo; 25 mM) on Ca²⁺ levels in oocytes. Representative images of Ca²⁺ level in the control and myo-Inositol groups.
Biochem Biophys Res Commun

A novel mechanism of major ginsenosides from Panax ginseng against multiple organ aging in middle-aged mice: Phosphatidylcholine-myo-inositol metabolism based on metabolomic analysis. [Abstract]

2024 May 9:719:150027. PMID: 38749089

i-Inositol purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2024 May 9:719:150027. [Abstract]

myo-Inositol (MI; 0.5-20 mM; 48 h). Therapeutic concentrations of GS were detected by CCK8.

i-Inositol purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2024 May 9:719:150027. [Abstract]

myo-Inositol (MI; 0.5-20 mM; 48 h). Immunofluorescence staining of ROS (green signal) was detected in aging HL-1 cells (200 ×).

i-Inositol purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2024 May 9:719:150027. [Abstract]

myo-Inositol (MI; 0-2 mM; 48 h). Aging cells were marked blue by β-galactosidase staining.
Res Sq

2025 Jul 13.

Solvent & Solubility

In Vitro:

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

DMSO : 10 mg/mL (55.51 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

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Preparing Stock Solutions

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1 mM

5.5506 mL

27.7531 mL

55.5062 mL

5 mM

1.1101 mL

5.5506 mL

11.1012 mL

10 mM

0.5551 mL

2.7753 mL

5.5506 mL

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, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.

* 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.

Stock Solution Working Solution

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: ≥ 1 mg/mL (5.55 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 1 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (10.0 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.

Protocol 2

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

Solubility: ≥ 1 mg/mL (5.55 mM); Clear solution

This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 1 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (10.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

Working Solution

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

In Vivo Dissolution Calculator

Please enter the basic information of animal experiments:

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Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.

Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.

Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL

This product has good water solubility, please refer to the measured solubility data in water/PBS/Saline for details.

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

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Purity & Documentation

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Purity: 99.98%

Assay: 99.98%

ee.: 99.98%

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References

[1]. Condorelli RA, et al. Effects of myoinositol on sperm mitochondrial function in-vitro. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci. 2011 Feb;15(2):129-34. [Content Brief]

[2]. Haris M, et al. In vivo mapping of brain myo-inositol. Neuroimage. 2011 Feb 1;54(3):2079-85. [Content Brief]

[3]. Paquette AF, et al. The human milk component myo-inositol promotes neuronal connectivity. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2023 Jul 25;120(30):e2221413120. [Content Brief]

Help & FAQs

How should lyophilized recombinant proteins be reconstituted and stored?

1. Before opening the cap, centrifuge the vial at 13000 rpm for 20-30 seconds. This step will ensure that any lyophilized powder that may have adhered to the cap or walls is collected at the bottom of the vial, minimizing the risk of product loss.

Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.

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
H₂O	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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All Endogenous Metabolite Isoforms

Biological Activity

Chemical Information

Publications (6)

Solvent & Solubility

Purity & Documentation

References

Help & FAQs

Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

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