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3-méthyladénine est un inhibiteur de PI3K. 3-méthyladénine est largement utilisé comme un inhibiteur de l’autophagie par son effet inhibiteur sur la PI3K classe III.

3-Methyladenin ist ein PI3K-Inhibitor. 3-Methyladenin ist ein weit verbreiteter Inhibitor der Autophagie aufgrund seiner inhibitorischen Wirkung auf PI3K der Klasse III.

3-Methyladenine (3-MA) is a PI3K inhibitor. 3-Methyladenine is a widely used inhibitor of autophagy via its inhibitory effect on class III PI3K.

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3-Methyladenine Chemical Structure

3-Methyladenine Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 5142-23-4

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Based on 820 publication(s) in Google Scholar

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    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Nanobiotechnology. 2023 Feb 28;21(1):69.  [Abstract]

    3-Methyladenine (3-MA; 5 mM; 24 h) markedly decreases the SWCNTs-induced increase in LC3B puncta, in MLE-12 cells.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Nanobiotechnology. 2023 Feb 28;21(1):69.  [Abstract]

    The autophagy is inhibited by 3-Methyladenine (3-MA; 5 mM; 24 h), as evidenced by decreased Atg5 expression and the ratio of LC3-II/LC3-I and increased p62 protein level in MLE-12 cells (Fig. B, C).

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Brain Behav Immun. 2019 Jul;79:244-255.  [Abstract]

    Immunoblot analysis of NLRP3 in LPS-primed macrophages treated with KA (10 μM) or concurrently with autophagy inhibitor (3-MA, 5 mM). Statistical analysis of NLRP3 intensity during 3-MA or zaprinast treatment is shown.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Front Endocrinol (Lausanne). 2019 Jun 17;10:370.  [Abstract]

    LC3 II expression is regulated in CQ- or 3-MA-treated GnRH-OE Panc1 cells.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Ecotoxicol Environ Saf. 2019 Apr 15;170:112-119.  [Abstract]

    Western blotting image protein levels of p62 in DF-1 cells treated with different supplements (+ represent supplying, - represents not supplying a certain amount of Cr(VI), 4-PBA, Tg, NS-398, 3-MA and Rapamycin).

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Ecotoxicol Environ Saf. 2019 Apr 15;170:112-119.  [Abstract]

    Western blotting image protein levels of GRP78/Bip in DF-1 cells treated with different supplements (+ represent supplying, - represents not supplying a certain amount of Cr(VI), 4-PBA, Tg, NS-398, 3-MA and Rapamycin).

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Ecotoxicol Environ Saf. 2019 Apr 15;170:112-119.  [Abstract]

    Western blotting image protein levels of LC3-I & LC3-II in DF-1 cells treated with different supplements (+ represent supplying, - represents not supplying a certain amount of Cr(VI), 4-PBA, Tg, NS-398, 3-MA and Rapamycin).

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: FASEB J. 2019 Apr;33(4):5520-5534.  [Abstract]

    CRC cells are treated with vehicle, BFA (100 nM), 3-MA (10 mM), or in combination for 24 h. Immunoblot analysis is used to detect LC3 turnover.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Cell Biochem. 2019 Mar;120(3):4366-4374.  [Abstract]

    Representative Western blots show LC3 I/II and p62 protein expression in kidneys of vehicle group and 3-MA group mice at 72 hours after the CDDP treatment.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Int J Mol Med. 2018 May;41(5):2535-2544.  [Abstract]

    MC3T3-E1 cells are treated with AICAR (10 μM) in the presence or absence of 3-MA (5 mM) or CQ (10 μM) for 24 h, after which western blot analysis is conducted.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Int J Mol Med. 2018 Jun;41(6):3221-3230.  [Abstract]

    Western blot analysis is used to measure LC3, p62 and Beclin‑1 expression following the treatment of H9C2 cells with si‑miRNA‑30e and 3‑MA.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Cell Mol Med. 2018 Oct;22(10):5132-5144.  [Abstract]

    Melatonin regulation of mitophagy activity in the diabetic myocardium, Protein expression with representative gel blots of LC3 I/II, GAPDH (loading control).

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Int J Oncol. 2018 Sep;53(3):1363-1373.  [Abstract]

    The protein expression levels of LC3 and Beclin-1 proteins in HCT-116 cells. Cells are treated with 100 μg/mL active fraction of clove (AFC) for 48 h with or without pretreatment of 2 mM 3-MA or 1 nM Baflomycin A1 (BA) for 1 h.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Dermatol Sci. 2018 Jan;89(1):11-18.  [Abstract]

    Inhibitory effects of LED 585 nm on melanogenesis is reversed by 3-MA.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Dermatol Sci. 2018 Jan;89(1):11-18.  [Abstract]

    Inhibitory effects of LED 585 nm on melanogenesis is reversed by 3-MA. Autophagy is decreased in 3-MA-treated group, which is reflected by the decrease in the ratio of LC3 II/LC3 I and increase in p62 protein

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Immunol Res. 2018 Dec 24;2018:9807139.  [Abstract]

    Western blot assays show that 3-MA abrogates the Alda-1 induced expression increases in LC3BⅡ and Bcl2 and decreases in P62 and Bax.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Acta Biochim Biophys Sin (Shanghai). 2018 Feb 1;50(2):144-155.  [Abstract]

    Autophagy is involved in Rg1-inhibited apoptosis in macrophages Macrophages with serum deprivation are treated with 50 μM Rg1 for 48 h in the absence or presence of 3-MA (5 mM). The protein expression level of cleaved caspase-3 determined by western blot analysis in Raw264.7 macrophages.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: PLoS One. 2018 Aug 6;13(8):e0201920.  [Abstract]

    The pretreatment of Z-VAD-FMK significantly reduces the levels of cleaved caspase-3 and cleaved PARP. The pretreatment of 3-MA blocks the conversion of LC3-I to LC3-II.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Biomed Res. 2018;39(2):87-94.  [Abstract]

    Accumulation of LC3B II and p62 proteins in the livers of chloroform-treated mice is reduced by 3-MA treatment.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Cell Physiol Biochem. 2018;48(6):2318-2336.  [Abstract]

    Cells are pretreated with 5 mM 3-MA or 2 μM for 1 h and then exposed to 40 μM EPA and 10 μM Rp for 48 h. Cell extracts are prepared and subjected to western blot analysis.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Oncotarget. 2017 Nov 22;8(65):109135-109150.  [Abstract]

    Cell morphology of MCF-7 treated with RA (20 μM)+ω-3 PUFAs (80 μM) with or without 3-MA (5 mM) for 24h.

    3-Methyladenine purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2016 Dec 2;481(1-2):90-96.  [Abstract]

    The hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) activation is down-regulated along with autophagy following DMKG or 3MA treatment in vitro. Western blot analysis of LC3B, Beclin-1, α-SMA, and collagen-I expression from lysates of HSC-T6 incubated with 4mM DMKG or 10 mM 3MA for 12 h.

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    Description

    3-Methyladenine (3-MA) is a PI3K inhibitor. 3-Methyladenine is a widely used inhibitor of autophagy via its inhibitory effect on class III PI3K[1].

    IC50 & Target[1]

    PtdIns3Kγ

    60 μM (IC50, Cell Assay)

    Vps34

    25 μM (IC50, Cell Assay)

    Autophagy

     

    Mitophagy

     

    Human Endogenous Metabolite

     

    Cellular Effect
    Cell Line Type Value Description References
    MIA PaCa-2 EC50
    > 100 μM
    Compound: 3 mA
    Antiproliferative activity against human MIA PaCa-2 cells assessed as cell viability measured after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    Antiproliferative activity against human MIA PaCa-2 cells assessed as cell viability measured after 72 hrs by MTT assay
    		[PMID: 28105281]
    In Vitro

    3-Methyladenine (0-10 mM; 0-48 hours) induces caspase-dependent cell death in HeLa cells in a time-and dose-dependent manner[2].
    3-Methyladenine (5 mM; 24 hours) suppresses autophagy in HeLa cells under both glucose-free conditions and normal conditions[2].
    3-Methyladenine (5 mM; 0-48 hours) suppresses conversion of LC3-I to LC3-II (autophagy markers) between 12hours and 48 hours, confirms the inhibitory effects on autophagy[2].
    3-Methyladenine induces cell death is independent of autophagy inhibition[2].
    3-Methyladenine significantly shortens the duration of nocodazole-induced-prometaphase arrest[2].
    Note:
    The recommended concentration of 3-MA is approximately 0.5-10 mM in cell culture. DMSO stock solution is not recommended. We suggest that you can weigh out the amount of 3-MA you required before your experiment. Then please dissolve it in medium and sterilize with a 0.22 μm filter.

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

    3-Methyladenine Related Antibodies

    Cell Viability Assay[2]

    Cell Line: HeLa cells
    Concentration: 0 mM, 2.5 mM or 5 mM, 10 mM
    Incubation Time: 0 hour, 24 hours and 48 hours
    Result: Decreased cell viability in a time-and dose-dependent manner, and was associated with caspase-3 activation.

    Cell Autophagy Assay[2]

    Cell Line: HeLa cells
    Concentration: 5 mM
    Incubation Time: 24 hours
    Result: Suppressed autophagy in HeLa cells under both glucose-free conditions and normal conditions.

    Western Blot Analysis[2]

    Cell Line: HeLa cells
    Concentration: 5 mM
    Incubation Time: 0 hour, 12 hours, 24 hours and 48 hours
    Result: Suppressed conversion of LC3-I to LC3-II between 12 hours and 48 hours.
    In Vivo

    3-Methyladenine (1.5 mg/100 g; intraperitoneal injection; 3-24 hours) treatment alleviates sodium taurocholate-induced severe acute pancreatitis (SAP) in rats at both 12 hours and 24 hours[3].
    3-Methyladenine inhibits autophagy of pancreatic acinar cells in sodium taurocholate-tnduced SAP[3].
    3-Methyladenine also shows inhibitory effects on PI3K/Akt signaling pathway and NF-κB signaling pathway in sodium taurocholate-induced SAP[3].

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

    Animal Model: 10–12 weeks Specific pathogen free- (SPF-) grade healthy male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats (250–290 g)[3]
    Dosage: 1.5 mg/100 g (1000 μM)
    Administration: Intraperitoneal injection
    Result: Alleviated Sodium Taurocholate-Induced SAP.
    Molecular Weight

    149.15

    Formula

    C6H7N5
    CAS No.

    5142-23-4
    Appearance

    Solid

    Color

    White to off-white

    SMILES

    NC1=C2N=CN=C2N(C)C=N1
    Structure Classification
    • Others
    Initial Source
    • Microorganisms
    • Endogenous metabolite
    Shipping

    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: 

    H2O : 5 mg/mL (33.52 mM; Need ultrasonic)

    DMSO : 8.33 mg/mL (55.85 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

    Preparing
    Stock Solutions
    Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
    1 mM 6.7047 mL 33.5233 mL 67.0466 mL
    5 mM 1.3409 mL 6.7047 mL 13.4093 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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    In Vivo:

    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: 4 mg/mL (26.82 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic

    • Protocol 2

      Add each solvent one by one:  50% PEG300    50% Saline

      Solubility: 25 mg/mL (167.62 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic and warming and heat to 50°C

    In Vivo Dissolution Calculator
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    Purity & Documentation

    Purity: 99.91%

    SDS (393 KB)

    COA (251 KB) HNMR (236 KB) RP-HPLC (253 KB) LCMS (94 KB) Elemental Analysis Report (110 KB)

    Handling Instructions (2659 KB)
    References

    • [1]. Miller S, et al. Finding a fitting shoe for Cinderella: searching for an autophagy inhibitor. Autophagy. 2010 Aug;6(6):805-7.  [Content Brief]

      [2]. Hou H, et al. Inhibitors of phosphatidylinositol 3'-kinases promote mitotic cell death in HeLa cells. PLoS One. 2012;7(4):e35665.  [Content Brief]

      [3]. Wang X, et al. Acanthopanax versus 3-Methyladenine Ameliorates Sodium Taurocholate-Induced Severe Acute Pancreatitis by Inhibiting the Autophagic Pathway in Rats.Mediators Inflamm. 2016;2016:8369704.  [Content Brief]

    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
    H2O / DMSO 1 mM 6.7047 mL 33.5233 mL 67.0466 mL 167.6165 mL
    5 mM 1.3409 mL 6.7047 mL 13.4093 mL 33.5233 mL
    10 mM 0.6705 mL 3.3523 mL 6.7047 mL 16.7617 mL
    15 mM 0.4470 mL 2.2349 mL 4.4698 mL 11.1744 mL
    20 mM 0.3352 mL 1.6762 mL 3.3523 mL 8.3808 mL
    25 mM 0.2682 mL 1.3409 mL 2.6819 mL 6.7047 mL
    30 mM 0.2235 mL 1.1174 mL 2.2349 mL 5.5872 mL
    DMSO 40 mM 0.1676 mL 0.8381 mL 1.6762 mL 4.1904 mL
    50 mM 0.1341 mL 0.6705 mL 1.3409 mL 3.3523 mL
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