Rosiglitazone, maleate

Same activities as rosaglitazone (Prod. No. AG-CR1-3570) but different formulation. Antidiabetic, hypoglycemic agent. Potent and selective peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPAR-gamma) agonist. Potent insulin sensitizing agent binding to the PPAR receptors in fat cells and making the cells more responsive to insulin. Ameliorates insulin resistance. Improves blood pressure and vascular function. Enhances proliferation of endogenous neural progenitor cells (NPCs). Anti-inflammatory compound. Has controversial therapeutic effects on the cardiovascular system.