Pyrithione
Pyrithione is a zinc ionophore that forms complexes with transition metals, elevating intracellular zinc levels in mammalian cells. This small molecule exhibits potent antibacterial and antifungal properties and is widely used in research to study metal homeostasis, antimicrobial mechanisms, and dermatological models both in vitro and in vivo.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
1121-30-8
Product Name Alternative
Fungal, Inhibitor, Pyrithione, inhibit, 1-hydroxyl-1H-pyridine-2-thione, Bacterial
Field of Research
Infectious Disease & Virology, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Purity
96.11% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:4 mg/mL (31.46 mM) ; DMSO:135 mg/mL (1061.65 mM)
Smiles
S=C1N (O) C=CC=C1
Molecular Formula
C5H5NOS
Molecular Weight
127.16
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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