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Generic Name
phacomin
Manufacturer
N/A (produced by fungi; research chemicals by various suppliers)
Country
N/A (research compound)
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Description
Overview of the medicine
Phacomin is a secondary metabolite isolated from the mycelial extracts of the fungus Phaeolus schweinitzii. It is a polyketide compound reported for its antioxidant and enzyme inhibitory activities, particularly against tyrosinase. Its primary use is in biochemical research, not as a human therapeutic agent.
Uses & Indications
Dosage
Adults
Not applicable (not a pharmaceutical drug for human use)
Elderly
Not applicable (not a pharmaceutical drug for human use)
Renal_impairment
Not applicable (not a pharmaceutical drug for human use)
How to Take
Not applicable (research compound, not for human administration)
Mechanism of Action
Phacomin is proposed to exert its effects through antioxidant activity by scavenging free radicals and through enzyme inhibition, specifically targeting tyrosinase. The precise molecular mechanisms for its observed biological activities are subjects of ongoing research.
Pharmacokinetics
Onset
Not applicable for human therapeutic use (research compound).
Excretion
Not applicable for human therapeutic use (research compound).
Half life
Not applicable for human therapeutic use (research compound).
Absorption
Not applicable for human therapeutic use (research compound).
Metabolism
Not applicable for human therapeutic use (research compound).
Side Effects
Contraindications
- Not applicable (not a human drug)
Drug Interactions
No specific data
Phacomin is not a human drug; therefore, no known drug-drug interaction data relevant to therapeutic use are available. Interactions in research settings might be studied.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, and dark place, often at -20°C for long-term stability, as per supplier's instructions.
Overdose
Not applicable (not a human drug; overdose data unavailable)
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not applicable (not for human therapeutic use; safety in pregnancy/lactation unknown)
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this medicine
Pack Sizes
Shelf Life
Varies by supplier and storage conditions; typically months to years when stored as recommended.
Availability
Research chemical suppliers
Approval Status
Not approved as a drug for human use; research compound only
Patent Status
Research patents may exist for isolation/synthesis, not drug patent
Clinical Trials
No clinical trials for human therapeutic use (not a pharmaceutical drug).
Lab Monitoring
- Not applicable
Doctor Notes
- Phacomin is a natural product used in biochemical research, not a prescription medication.
- It has no approved therapeutic applications for humans and should not be used for self-medication.
Patient Guidelines
- Not applicable (research compound, not for patient use)
Missed Dose Advice
Not applicable
Driving Precautions
Not applicable
Lifestyle Advice
- Not applicable
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