Puromycin dihydrochloride, 50 mg

Puromycin Dihydrochloride is a technically defined substance, identified as an antibiotic. Its molecular formula is C9H12N4O7•2HCl, with a molecular weight of 342.6 g/mol. This compound belongs to the nucleoside analogue family, specifically acting as an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is available in a 50 mg pack size, making it suitable for various research applications. Puromycin Dihydrochloride is known for its ability to inhibit protein synthesis, particularly in bacteria, making it a valuable tool in studies involving bacterial growth and development. Additionally, it has been used in the study of eukaryotic protein synthesis due to its selectivity towards prokaryotes.

• CAS Number: 58-58-2