Erythromycin

• CAS: 114-07-8
• Catalog Number: ACM114078
• Category: Inhibitors
• Molecular Weight: 733.93
• Molecular Formula: C₃₇H₆₇NO₁₃
• Description: Erythromycin is a macrolide antibiotic produced by actinomycete Streptomyces erythreus with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. Erythromycin binds to bacterial 50S ribosomal subunits and inhibits RNA-dependent protein synthesis by blockage of transpeptidation and/or translocation reactions, without affecting synthesis of nucleic acid. Erythromycin also exhibits antitumor and neuroprotective effect in different fields of research.
• Synonyms: abboticin;abomacetin;dotycin;em;emu;e-mycin;erycin;erycinum
• Melting Point: 133-135°C
• Appearance: powder
• Hazard Statements: Xn,Xi
• Safety Description: 45-37-24-36-26
• Supplemental Hazard Statements: H225-H333-H371
• Symbol: GHS02,GHS08

Custom Q&A

What is the molecular formula of Erythromycin according to the reference?

Erythromycin's molecular formula is C37H67NO13.

When was Erythromycin discovered?

Erythromycin was originally discovered in 1952.

What is the physiological effect of Erythromycin?

The physiologic effect of erythromycin is by means of Decreased Sebaceous Gland Activity.

What group of antibiotics does Erythromycin belong to?

Erythromycin belongs to the macrolide group of antibiotics.

What are the synonyms for Erythromycin mentioned in the reference?

Some synonyms for Erythromycin include Erythromycin A, E-Mycin, and Abomacetin.

In what year was Erythromycin first created or added to the database according to the reference?

Erythromycin was first created or added to the database in 2005.

What is Erythromycin functionally related to?

Erythromycin is functionally related to an erythronolide A.

What is the molecular weight of Erythromycin?

The molecular weight of Erythromycin is 733.9 g/mol.

Is Erythromycin a bacteriostatic or bactericidal antibiotic?

Erythromycin is a bacteriostatic antibiotic.

What are some of the forms in which Erythromycin is available for administration?

Erythromycin is available for administration in various forms, including intravenous, topical, and eye drop preparations.