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Synonyms: N-Acetyl-L-cysteine; LNAC; NAC
Molecular Formula: C5H9NO3S
Molecular Weight: 163.19
Linear Structural Formula: HSCH2CH(NHCOCH3)CO2H
MDL Number: MFCD00004880
Melting Point: 106-108 C (lit.)
Storage: 2-8C
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.
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