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Optochin

Description:
Optochin, also known as ethylhydrocupreine, is a synthetic chemical compound primarily used in microbiology for the identification of Streptococcus pneumoniae. It is characterized by its ability to inhibit the growth of this bacterium, making it a valuable tool in clinical diagnostics. The compound is a pale yellow crystalline solid that is soluble in water and alcohol, which facilitates its use in laboratory settings. Optochin functions by interfering with the bacterial respiratory chain, specifically targeting the cytochrome c oxidase enzyme, which is crucial for aerobic respiration. This mechanism of action allows for selective inhibition of S. pneumoniae, distinguishing it from other alpha-hemolytic streptococci. In addition to its diagnostic applications, optochin has been studied for its potential therapeutic effects, although its primary use remains in the realm of microbiological testing. Safety data indicates that it should be handled with care, as with many chemical substances, to avoid potential health risks.
Formula:C21H28N2O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C21H28N2O2/c1-3-14-13-23-10-8-15(14)11-20(23)21(24)17-7-9-22-19-6-5-16(25-4-2)12-18(17)19/h5-7,9,12,14-15,20-21,24H,3-4,8,10-11,13H2,1-2H3/t14-,15-,20-,21+/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=SUWZHLCNFQWNPE-LATRNWQMSA-N
SMILES:[C@@H](O)(C=1C2=C(C=CC(OCC)=C2)N=CC1)[C@]3([N@@]4C[C@H](CC)[C@](C3)(CC4)[H])[H]
Synonyms:
  • (8alpha,9R)-6'-ethoxy-10,11-dihydrocinchonan-9-ol
  • (8α,9R)-6′-Ethoxy-10,11-dihydrocinchonan-9-ol
  • Cinchonan-9-ol, 6′-ethoxy-10,11-dihydro-, (8α,9R)-
  • Ethylhydrocupreine
  • Hydrocinchonidine, 6′-ethoxy-
  • Hydrocupreine, O<sup>6′</sup>-ethyl-
  • Hydrocupreine, ethyl ether
  • Numoquin
  • Optichin
  • Optochin
  • Hydrocupreine, O6′-ethyl-
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