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Penicillic Acid

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Definition: A mycotoxin with antibiotic and carcinogenic activity produced by various strains of PENICILLIUM and ASPERGILLUS. It has been found in tobacco, sausages, and corn.  do not confuse with PENICILLANIC ACID   
Pharmacological Action Anti-Bacterial Agents 		Other names Acid, Penicillic
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
5,6-dihydropenicillic acid  35973-53-6   Penicillic Acid/*analogs & derivatives Mycotoxins. Food Chem Toxicol 1994 Jan;32(1):37-43
penicillamide  34138-28-8   Penicillic Acid/*analogs & derivatives. J Radiol 1980;61(3):180

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