Penicillin V (CAS 87-08-1)
Alternate Names:
(2S,5R,6R)-3,3-Dimethyl-7-oxo-6-[(2-phenoxyacetyl)amino]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic Acid; 6-(Phenoxyacetamido)penicillanic Acid; Phenoxymethylpenicillin
CAS Number:
87-08-1
Molecular Weight:
350.39
Molecular Formula:
C16H18N2O5S
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Penicillin V plays a role in diverse scientific research endeavors, such as investigating bacterial resistance to antibiotics, advancing the development of novel antibiotics, and studying the mechanisms behind antibiotic action. Its efficacy is assessed in testing the effectiveness of new antibiotics. Penicillin V operates by impeding bacterial growth through the prevention of cell wall formation. This is achieved by inhibiting the synthesis of peptidoglycan, a vital component of the bacterial cell wall. The hindrance of peptidoglycan formation thwarts bacterial multiplication and growth, resulting in the eradication of the bacteria.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Penicillin V, 250 mg | sc-478688 | 250 mg | $297.00 |