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Porfiromycin (CAS 801-52-5)

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Alternate Names:
(1aS,8S,8aR,8bS)-6-Amino-8-[[(aminocarbonyl)oxy]methyl]-1,1a,2,8,8a,8b-hexahydro-8a-methoxy-1,5-dimethylazirino[2′,3′:3,4]pyrrolo[1,2-a]indole-4,7-dione; ENT 50825; Methyl Mitomycin C
CAS Number:
801-52-5
Molecular Weight:
348.35
Molecular Formula:
C16H20N4O5
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This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Porfiromycin is a compound that is of particular interest in the field of biochemistry, where it is studied for its antibiotic properties and its mechanism of action. Research on porfiromycin largely focuses on its interaction with DNA, exploring how it forms adducts that can inhibit DNA replication and transcription. These studies contribute to a broader understanding of the biochemical pathways involved in the regulation of gene expression. Additionally, porfiromycin′s ability to generate reactive oxygen species upon activation is examined for its effects on cellular structures, including nucleic acids and proteins. The structure of porfiromycin, which is closely related to that of mitomycin C, prompts comparative studies to elucidate structural-activity relationships and the molecular basis of its activity. Furthermore, investigations into the bioreductive activation of porfiromycin are significant for revealing how certain cellular enzymes can modulate its action.


Porfiromycin (CAS 801-52-5) References

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Porfiromycin, 1 mg

sc-476298
1 mg
$439.00