SPECIFICATION

AICAR is a cell permeable activator of AMPactivated protein kinase (AMPK), a metabolic master regulator that is activated in times of reduced energy availability (high cellular AMP:ATP ratios) and serves to inhibit anabolic processes. In vivo, pharmacologic activation of AMPK with AICAR mimics exercise and triggers insulin-independent glucose uptake by skeletal muscle. 

Functions

 (1) Applied in phamaceutical field, it is used as phamaceutical raw material to treat injuries from fall, infectious hepatitis and epidemic cerebrospinal meningitis. 
(2) Applied in healthcare field, it is used in the health products to nourish brain, protect liver and improve sleep quality.
(3) Applied in comestics, it is used to promote skin metabolism and make skin more tender and firm.