CICLOSPORIN
\sˈɪkləspˌɔːɹɪn], \sˈɪkləspˌɔːɹɪn], \s_ˈɪ_k_l_ə_s_p_ˌɔː_ɹ_ɪ_n]\
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A cyclic undecapeptide from an extract of soil fungi. It is a powerful immunosupressant with a specific action on T-lymphocytes. It is used for the prophylaxis of graft rejection in organ and tissue transplantation. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th 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.