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Cerulenin

Medical Definition: Antifungal antibiotic isolated from several species, including Acremonium (Cephalosporium), Acrocylindrum, and Helicoceras. It inhibits the biosynthesis of several lipids by interfering with enzyme function and is used as a biochemical tool.
Guide Notes: do not confuse with CERULEIN see CAERULEIN
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 17397-89-6
Previously Indexed: Antibiotics, Antifungal (1973-1974),Ethers, Cyclic (1973-1974),Fatty Acids, Unsaturated (1974)

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