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Fusaric Acid

Medical Definition: A picolinic acid derivative isolated from various Fusarium species. It has been proposed for a variety of therapeutic applications but is primarily used as a research tool. Its mechanisms of action are poorly understood. It probably inhibits DOPAMINE BETA-HYDROXYLASE, the enzyme that converts dopamine to norepinephrine. It may also have other actions, including the inhibition of cell proliferation and DNA synthesis.
Guide Notes: /biosyn permitted if by organism
Also Called: Calcium Fusarate
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 536-69-6
Previously Indexed: Picolinic Acids (1969-1974)

Fusaric Acid Medical Definitions and Terms

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