ETHACRIDINE LACTATE
Ethacridine lactate is an antiseptic dye used for wound cleansing and obstetric applications. Side effects include staining, irritation, and rare allergic reactions. Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Ethacridine lactate (Rivanol) is an acridine dye antiseptic that intercalates microbial DNA and disrupts enzymatic processes. It has broad antibacterial activity, especially against grampositive species, and exhibits good tissue compatibility.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in antisepticmechanism research, DNAintercalation studies, woundtreatment modelling, and topicalantimicrobial assays.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include local irritation, yellow staining of tissues and allergic reactions. Handle with antisepticdye precautions.
Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C18H21N3O4·C3H6O3 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 343.4 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 1837-57-6 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | ETHACRIDINE LACTATE; 1837-57-6; acrinol; Rivanol; 6,9-Diamino-2-ethoxyacridine lactate |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 7-ethoxyacridine-3,9-diamine;2-hydroxypropanoic acid |
| InChl Key | IYLLULUTZPKQBW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C15H15N3O.C3H6O3/c1-2-19-10-4-6-13-12(8-10)15(17)11-5-3-9(16)7-14(11)18-13;1-2(4)3(5)6/h3-8H,2,16H2,1H3,(H2,17,18);2,4H,1H3,(H,5,6) |
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