Synonyms: LNAC; NAC
Formula: HSCH2CH(NHCOCH3)CO2H
Formula Weight: 163.19
CAS No.: 616-91-1
Storage Temperature: 2-8°C
Biochem/physiol Actions: Antioxidant and mucolytic agent. Increases cellular pools of free radical scavengers. Reported to prevent apoptosis in neuronal cells but induce apoptosis in smooth muscle cells. Inhibits HIV replication. May serve as a substrate for microsomal glutathione transferase.