Cerulenin

An epoxydodecadienamide isolated from several species, including ACREMONIUM, Acrocylindrum, and Helicoceras. It inhibits the biosynthesis of several lipids by interfering with enzyme function.

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): D02.065.327

MeSH Unique ID: D002569

Registry Number: 17397-89-6

Entry Terms:

• 2,3-Epoxy-4-oxo-7,10-dodecadienoylamide

Previous Indexing:

• Antibiotics, Antifungal (1973-1974)
• Ethers, Cyclic (1973-1974)
• Fatty Acids, Unsaturated (1974)

Pharmacologic Action:

• Antifungal Agents
• Fatty Acid Synthesis Inhibitors

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Cerulenin