Inhibits casein kinase II and blocks RNA synthesis. An adenosine analog.5,6-Dichlorobenzimidazole riboside is used as an inhibitor of RNA Polymerase II. It is nucleoside analogue and used in research to study the mechanisms of cellular regulation. Further, it inhibits some protein kinases.
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ApplicationsInhibits casein kinase II and blocks RNA synthesis. An adenosine analog.5,6-Dichlorobenzimidazole riboside is used as an inhibitor of RNA Polymerase II. It is nucleoside analogue and used in research to study the mechanisms of cellular regulation. Further, it inhibits some protein kinases.
SolubilitySoluble in DMSO to 75mMSoluble in dimethyl sulfoxide, hot ethanol, dimethyl formamide, (1:2) dimethyl formamide:Phosphate buffer saline, water, methanol and pyridine. Slightly soluble in aqueous buffers.
NotesIncompatible with heat and oxidizing agents.