Acriflavine is a synthetic organic compound that belongs to the class of acridine derivatives. It is primarily known for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties, making it useful in medical applications, particularly in treating infections and as a topical antiseptic. The compound appears as a yellow to orange crystalline powder and is soluble in water and alcohol, which facilitates its use in various formulations. Acriflavine exhibits fluorescence, which can be utilized in biological and chemical assays. Its mechanism of action involves intercalating into DNA, thereby inhibiting nucleic acid synthesis and disrupting cellular processes in microorganisms. While it has therapeutic applications, acriflavine can also exhibit cytotoxic effects, necessitating careful dosage and application. Additionally, it has been studied for its potential use in cancer research due to its ability to affect cell proliferation. As with many chemical substances, safety precautions should be observed when handling acriflavine, as it may cause irritation to skin and eyes.

Acriflavine

65589-70-0: Acriflavine is a synthetic organic compound that belongs to the class of acridine derivatives. It is primarily known for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties, making it useful in medical applications, particularly in treating infections and as a topical antiseptic. The compound appears as a yellow to orange crystalline powder and is soluble in water and alcohol, which facilitates its use in various formulations. Acriflavine exhibits fluorescence, which can be utilized in biological and chemical assays. Its mechanism of action involves intercalating into DNA, thereby inhibiting nucleic acid synthesis and disrupting cellular processes in microorganisms. While it has therapeutic applications, acriflavine can also exhibit cytotoxic effects, necessitating careful dosage and application. Additionally, it has been studied for its potential use in cancer research due to its ability to affect cell proliferation. As with many chemical substances, safety precautions should be observed when handling acriflavine, as it may cause irritation to skin and eyes.

CAS 65589-70-0

Acriflavine

Acriflavine HCl (Mixture of Acriflavinium Chloride and Proflavine HCl)

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