Ketoconazole Impurity A

CAS: 254912-63-5

Ref. 3D-IK162616

Product Information

• Name: Ketoconazole Impurity A
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Ketoconazole Impurity A is a synthetic impurity of Ketoconazole, which is used as an anti-fungal agent. Ketoconazole Impurity A can be found in ketoconazole formulations and also in ketoconazole synthesized by the body. Ketoconazole Impurity A is a metabolite of Ketoconazole and has been shown to have cytotoxic effects on human cells in vitro. Ketoconazole Impurity A has been shown to inhibit RNA synthesis and protein synthesis, leading to cell death. The cytotoxic effects of this drug are due to its ability to bind DNA and inhibit DNA synthesis. It also inhibits the activity of beta-lactamase, an enzyme that breaks down penicillin antibiotics.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 529.41 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₆H₂₆Cl₂N₄O₄
• Purity: Min. 95%