Category:
Animal Extracts
CAS NO:
474-25-9
Standard:
ChP,In-house Standards,
Chenodeoxycholic acid is a bile acid synthesized in the liver from cholesterol. henodeoxycholic acid has been used in a study to assess its effects as a long-term replacement therapy for cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX). It has also been used in a study to investigate its effects on the small-intestinal absorption of bile acids in patients with ileostomies.
Chenodeoxycholic acid (CDCA) is a primary bile acid synthesized via microbial dehydroxylation of cholic acid. Its molecular formula is C24H40O4 with CAS No. 434-10-0.
Contraindicated in patients with complete biliary obstruction or severe liver dysfunction. Store in a cool, dry place away from light to maintain stability and prevent hydrolysis.