Dimyristoylphosphatidylglycerol, Dl
Dimyristoylphosphatidylglycerol (DL form) is a synthetic phospholipid compound consisting of two myristic acid chains attached to a glycerol backbone linked to a glycerophosphate group. This compound functions as an anionic phospholipid commonly used in pharmaceutical research and drug delivery formulations, particularly in the development of liposomal carriers and pulmonary surfactant preparations. While not a conventional therapeutic agent, it serves as an important excipient and research tool in lipid-based pharmaceutical formulations.
A synthetic anionic phospholipid used primarily in pharmaceutical research and drug delivery applications.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1427047
- Generic
- Dimyristoylphosphatidylglycerol, Dl
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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This compound is not typically prescribed as a standalone medication for treating specific conditions. Its primary applications are in pharmaceutical research, drug delivery system development, and as a component in liposomal formulations and pulmonary surfactant research.
As a phospholipid, it contributes to the structural and functional properties of lipid bilayers in liposomal and surfactant preparations. The myristoyl chains provide hydrophobic characteristics while the phosphatidylglycerol headgroup confers anionic properties that influence membrane fluidity, stability, and drug encapsulation efficiency.
This is primarily a research and pharmaceutical excipient compound rather than a therapeutic drug. Handling and storage should follow standard phospholipid protocols. Specific clinical safety data and therapeutic applications are not well-established in standard medical literature. Consultation with pharmaceutical formulation specialists is recommended for research applications.
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