Cladinose

• CAT Number: R046464
• CAS Number: 470-12-2
• Molecular Formula: C8H16O4
• Molecular Weight: 176.212
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2,6-Dideoxy-3-C-methyl-3-O-methyl-ribo-hexose
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (3S,4R,5R)-4,5-dihydroxy-3-methoxy-3-methylhexanal
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H16O4/c1-6(10)7(11)8(2,12-3)4-5-9/h5-7,10-11H,4H2,1-3H3/t6-,7-,8+/m1/s1
• InChIKey: AJSDVNKVGFVAQU-PRJMDXOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C(C(C)(CC=O)OC)O)O

Cladinose is a sugar molecule often found in certain macrolide antibiotics, such as erythromycin. It plays a crucial role in the antibiotic’s structure, contributing to its efficacy in inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. Cladinose enhances the drug’s ability to bind to bacterial ribosomes, thereby preventing bacterial growth. This sugar component is vital for the antibiotic’s function and effectiveness in treating various bacterial infections, including respiratory and skin infections. Its presence is essential for the full therapeutic action of these antibiotics.