Description
General description
A cell-permeable marine sponge metabolite with anti-microbial, anti-HIV, anti-inflammatory, and anti-mitotic properties. Induces a complete and reversible breakdown of Golgi membranes into smaller vesicular structures and causes depolymerization of microtubules. Inhibits cellular methylations through its interaction with S-adenosylhomocysteinase. Blocks the cytotoxicity of ricin and diphtheria toxin. Acts as an inhibitor of the RNase H activity of HIV-1.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Primary Target
Induces a complete and reversible breakdown of Golgi membranes into smaller vesicular structures and causes depolymerization of microtubules.
Other Notes
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Takizawa, P.A., et al. 1993. Cell 73, 1079.
Veit, B., et al. 1993. J. Cell Biol. 122, 1197.
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Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)