SULFONAMIDE MIXTURES
\sˈʌlfənˌama͡ɪd mˈɪkst͡ʃəz], \sˈʌlfənˌamaɪd mˈɪkstʃəz], \s_ˈʌ_l_f_ə_n_ˌa_m_aɪ_d m_ˈɪ_k_s_tʃ_ə_z]\
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A group of compounds that contain the structure SO2NH2. Members of this group, also known as sulfa drugs, are derivatives of sulfanilamide, which competitively inhibit folic acid synthesis in microorganisms, and are bacteriostatic. They have been largely supplanted by more effective and less toxic antibiotics. (From Dorland, 28th ed)
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
- An enzyme that catalyzes the of groups from acetyl-CoA to arylamines. They have wide specificity for aromatic amines, particularly serotonin, and can also catalyze acetyl transfer between arylamines without CoA. EC 2.3.1.5.