Compound Q&A
What is Caspofungin diacetate (CAS: 179463-17-3)?
Answer
Caspofungin diacetate (CAS: 179463-17-3) is an antifungal medication belonging to the echinocandin class. It has the chemical formula C21H38N4O10S2 and is characterized as a white to off-white powder. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of fungal cell walls, making it effective against infections like invasive candidiasis. Its diacetate form enhances solubility and bioavailability for pharmaceutical applications.
About
CAS No
179463-17-3
English Name
Caspofungin diacetate
Molecular Formula
C56H96N10O19
Molecular Weight
1213.42 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)O.CC(=O)O.NCCN[C@H]1NC(=O)C2[C@@H](O)CCN2C(=O)[C@@H](NC(=O)[C@@H](NC(=O)[C@H]2N(C(=O)[C@@H](NC(=O)[C@H](C[C@@H]1O)NC(=O)CCCCCCCCC(CC(CC)C)C)[C@H](O)C)C[C@@H](C2)O)[C@@H]([C@H](c1ccc(cc1)O)O)O)[C@@H](CCN)O
InChIKey
OGUJBRYAAJYXQP-CPYUAZPCSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
