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Adapalene

European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

6-(4-Methoxy-3-tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]dec-1-ylphenyl)-2-naphthalenecarboxylic acid, 6-[3-(1-Adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthoic acid, CD-271, Differin

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C28H28O3
CAS Number:
106685-40-9
Molecular Weight:
412.52
MDL number:
MFCD03106112
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
329831273
NACRES:
NA.24

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

adapalene

manufacturer/tradename

EDQM

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

storage temp.

2-8°C

SMILES string

COc1ccc(cc1C23C[C@H]4C[C@H](C[C@H](C4)C2)C3)-c5ccc6cc(ccc6c5)C(O)=O

InChI

1S/C28H28O3/c1-31-26-7-6-23(21-2-3-22-12-24(27(29)30)5-4-20(22)11-21)13-25(26)28-14-17-8-18(15-28)10-19(9-17)16-28/h2-7,11-13,17-19H,8-10,14-16H2,1H3,(H,29,30)/t17-,18+,19-,28-

InChI key

LZCDAPDGXCYOEH-AADAIPAGSA-N

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General description

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the Issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Adapalene EP Reference standard, intended for use in laboratory tests only as specifically prescribed in the European Pharmacopoeia.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Retinoic acid analogue that is a RARβ and RARγ agonist (AC50 values are 2.2, 9.3, 22 and > 1000 nM for RARβ, RARγ, RARα and RXRα receptors respectively). Inhibits proliferation and induces apoptosis in colorectal cancer cells in vitro. Displays comedolytic activity. Its unique pharmacological properties make it superior to other retinoids for the treatment of acne.

Packaging

The product is delivered as supplied by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For the current unit quantity, please visit the EDQM reference substance catalogue.

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.

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Adapalene Related Compound B, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

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Adapalene Related Compound C, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

1011743

Adapalene Related Compound D, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

1011754

Adapalene Related Compound E, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Y0001120

Adapalene impurity C, European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard

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BP1120

Adapalene, British Pharmacopoeia (BP) Reference Standard

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Adapalene impurity standard, British Pharmacopoeia (BP) Reference Standard

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Adapalene Related Compound A, certified reference material, pharmaceutical secondary standard

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Adapalene Related Compound B, certified reference material, pharmaceutical secondary standard

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Adapalene Related Compound C, Pharmaceutical Secondary Standard; Certified Reference Material

PHR2830

Adapalene Related Compound D, certified reference material, pharmaceutical secondary standard

Pictograms

Health hazard
GHS08

Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H361d

Hazard Classifications

Repr. 2

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

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J E Wolf
Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV, 15 Suppl 3, 23-29 (2002-02-15)
Topical retinoids are a mainstay in the treatment of acne vulgaris. In the past these agents have been associated with irritant effects, however, newer generations of topical retinoids have emerged that have been designed to be less irritating. This paper
B Shroot et al.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 36(6 Pt 2), S96-103 (1997-06-01)
Retinoid research in the field of dermatology has been influenced by the clinical success of topical tretinoin and oral isotretinoin in the treatment of acne, and by the discovery of high-affinity binding proteins for retinoic acid mediating its action and
R N Brogden et al.
Drugs, 53(3), 511-519 (1997-03-01)
Adapalene, a naphthoic acid derivative with retinoid-like activity, is used for the topical treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris. It binds to retinoic acid receptors found predominantly in the terminal differentiation zone of epidermis and is more active than
J C English et al.
Cutis, 63(4), 227-230 (1999-05-06)
Darier's disease is an autosomal dominant disorder of keratinization that can produce unique clinical manifestations. Oral and topical retinoid products have been the mainstay therapy for this population, but local as well as systemic side effects often limit their effectiveness.
John Waugh et al.
American journal of clinical dermatology, 5(5), 369-371 (2004-11-24)
Adapalene (Differin) is a retinoid agent indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris. In clinical trials, 0.1% adapalene gel has proved to be effective in this indication and was as effective as 0.025% tretinoin gel, 0.1% tretinoin microsphere gel
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