R-130823 is an orally active, highly selective p38α inhibitor with an IC50 of 22 nM against p38α, an IC50 of 820 nM against p38β, and no activity against p38γ or p38δ. R-130823 downregulates downstream cartilage degradation and inflammatory mediators, and inhibits the release of MMP-13, MMP-1 and PGE2. R-130823 reduces hind paw swelling, improves hyperalgesia, and blocks arthritis progression.\nR-130823 is applicable to research related to osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Providing storage is as stated on the product vial and the vial is kept tightly sealed, the product can be stored for up to 24 months.
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20°C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.