Fusaric Acid

**Definition:** A picolinic acid derivative isolated from various Fusarium species. It has been proposed for a variety of therapeutic applications but is primarily used as a research tool. Its mechanisms of action are poorly understood. It probably inhibits DOPAMINE BETA-HYDROXYLASE, the enzyme that converts dopamine to norepinephrine. It may also have other actions, including the inhibition of cell proliferation and DNA synthesis.

**Tree numbers:** - D03.066.707.200 - D03.383.725.705.200

**Synonyms:** - 5-Butyl-2-pyridinedicarboxylic Acid