Hematoporphyrin dihydrochloride

CAS: 17696-69-4

Ref. 3D-FH52434

Product Information

• Name: Hematoporphyrin dihydrochloride
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Hematoporphyrin dihydrochloride is a photodynamic therapy agent, which is a derivative of porphyrin. Porphyrins are naturally occurring organic compounds essential in various biochemical processes, primarily sourced from heme, a component of hemoglobin. This compound functions by accumulating preferentially in tumor tissues where it is activated by specific wavelengths of light. The activation leads to the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which induce localized cytotoxic effects, ultimately resulting in cellular damage and necrosis of the malignant cells.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 671.61 g/mol
• Formula: C₃₄H₃₈N₄O₆•(HCl)₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Red Powder