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N-Demethyl Erythromycin A (CAS 992-62-1)

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Alternate Names:
3′-Demethylerythromyon
Application:
N-Demethyl Erythromycin A is a erythromycin metabolite
CAS Number:
992-62-1
Molecular Weight:
719.90
Molecular Formula:
C36H65NO13
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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N-Demethyl Erythromycin A is a derivative of the macrolide antibiotic erythromycin, characterized by the removal of a methyl group from the nitrogen atom in the erythromycin molecule. This structural modification impacts its interaction with the bacterial ribosomal RNA, specifically targeting the 50S ribosomal subunit. By binding to this site, N-Demethyl Erythromycin A interferes with the translocation process of the ribosome along the messenger RNA (mRNA), ultimately inhibiting protein synthesis within bacterial cells. This mechanism highlights its role as a vital tool in molecular biology and antibiotic mechanism research, providing insights into the nuances of ribosomal function and antibiotic resistance mechanisms. Its utility extends into studies focused on elucidating the structural and functional dynamics of bacterial ribosomes, thereby contributing to a deeper understanding of macrolide antibiotic interactions and the development of novel antimicrobial agents.


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N-Demethyl Erythromycin A, 5 mg

sc-212175
5 mg
$273.00