3-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)propanoic acid is an orally active short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs). 3-(3,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)propanoic acid stimulates γ globin gene expression, erythropoiesis in vivo and is used for the β hemoglobinopathies and other anemias[1].
[1]. Pace BS, et al. Short-chain fatty acid derivatives induce fetal globin expression and erythropoiesis in vivo. lood. 2002 Dec 15;100(13):4640-8.
















