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Cyanide Ion (CN⁻)

Target: CN⁻
Molecular classification: Inorganic anion, Pseudohalide

Overview

The cyanide ion (CN⁻) is a highly toxic inorganic anion that inhibits cellular respiration by binding to cytochrome c oxidase. It is not a therapeutic target in the traditional sense but is rather a toxic molecule that must be neutralized via antidotes if exposure has occurred.

Other names: Cyano groupCN-Cyanide

Mechanism of action

Inhibits cytochrome c oxidase (complex IV) in the mitochondrial electron transport chain, blocking cellular respiration.

Biological functions

Inhibitor of cellular respirationBlocks oxygen utilizationInduces hypoxia

Disease associations

ToxicologyPoisoningHypoxia

Safety considerations

Extremely high toxicityRapid onset of actionPotential for widespread organ damage due to hypoxia

Interacting drugs

Antidotes (e.g., hydroxocobalamin, sodium nitrite, sodium thiosulfate)

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