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5-Fluorocytosine, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
5-Fluorocytosine acts as an antidiabetic, antifungal and antimicrobial agent. It is useful for the treatment of serious infections arises due to susceptible strains of Candida or Cryptococcus neoformans and chromomycosis. Further, it is employed in studies on TMP biosynthesis.
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5-Fluorocytosine acts as an antidiabetic, antifungal and antimicrobial agent. It is useful for the treatment of serious infections arises due to susceptible strains of Candida or Cryptococcus neoformans and chromomycosis. Further, it is employed in studies on TMP biosynthesis.
Solubility
Soluble in water and hydrochloric acid.
Notes
Light Sensitive. Store in a cool place. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∽297°C (decomposition) |
Quantity | 250 mg |
Beilstein | 127285 |
Sensitivity | Light sensitive |
Merck Index | 14,4125 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water and hydrochloric acid. |
IUPAC Name | 6-amino-5-fluoro-1H-pyrimidin-2-one |
Formula Weight | 129.09 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
Chemical Name or Material | 5-Fluorocytosine |
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