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GENE - CHEMICAL INTERACTIONS REPORT

RGD ID: 2192
Species: Rattus norvegicus
RGD Object: Gene
Symbol: Bax
Name: BCL2 associated X, apoptosis regulator
Acc ID: CHEBI:18358
Term: methoxsalen
Definition: A member of the class of psoralens that is 7H-furo[3,2-g]chromen-7-one in which the 9 position is substituted by a methoxy group. It is a constituent of the fruits of Ammi majus. Like other psoralens, trioxsalen causes photosensitization of the skin. It is administered topically or orally in conjunction with UV-A for phototherapy treatment of vitiligo and severe psoriasis.
Chemical ID: MESH:D008730
Note: Use of the qualifier "multiple interactions" designates that the annotated interaction is comprised of a complex set of reactions and/or regulatory events, possibly involving additional chemicals and/or gene products.
Object SymbolQualifierEvidenceWithReferenceSourceNotesOriginal Reference(s)
Baxincreases expressionISOBAX (Homo sapiens)6480464CTDMethoxsalen results in increased expression of BAX proteinPMID:22796345
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