Foscarnet sodium, a viral DNA polymerase inhibitor, effectively suppresses viral replication through the reversible inhibition of polymerase activity. This compound is primarily utilized as an antiviral agent against herpesviruses, particularly in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis. Its mechanism of action makes it a valuable tool for studying viral replication and evaluating therapeutic strategies against herpesvirus infections.
Foscarnet sodium, a viral DNA polymerase inhibitor, effectively suppresses viral replication through the reversible inhibition of polymerase activity. This compound is primarily utilized as an antiviral agent against herpesviruses, particularly in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis. Its mechanism of action makes it a valuable tool for studying viral replication and evaluating therapeutic strategies against herpesvirus infections.
Product Information
Catalog Num
A16556
Formula
CNa3O5P
Molecular Weight
191.95
CAS Number
63585-09-1
SMILES
O=P(O[Na])(O[Na])C(O[Na])=O
Synonyms
Trisodium phosphonoformate; Phosphonoformic acid trisodium salt
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