Lipoamido-PEG-alcohol is a chemical compound that is widely used in the field of pharmaceutical research and development. This compound belongs to the class of polyethylene glycol (PEG) derivatives and contains a lipoamide functional group attached to the PEG chain.
The lipoamide group provides Lipoamido-PEG-alcohol with unique properties, making it a versatile tool for drug delivery and surface modification applications. The presence of the thiol group (-SH) allows for covalent attachment to other molecules, leading to the formation of disulfide bonds, which can be used for controlled drug release.
Lipoamido-PEG-alcohol has been extensively utilized in the development of targeted drug delivery systems, such as liposomes and nanoparticles. By conjugating the drug to the lipoamide group via a disulfide bond, the drug is selectively released at the target site through the reduction of the disulfide bond by intracellular glutathione.
Lipoamido-PEG-alcohol
| Cat# | Name | Structure | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP11413 | Lipoamido-PEG2-alcohol | Pricing | |
| AP11414 | Lipoamido-PEG3-alcohol | Pricing |
