Ilimaquinone

A cell-permeable marine sponge metabolite that induces complete and reversible breakdown of Golgi membranes into smaller vesicular structures, possibly through the activation of heterotrimeric G-proteins. Blocks protein transport at the cis-Golgi and depolymerizes microtubules. Also possesses anti-HIV activity and the ability to inhibit the cytotoxicity of ricin and diphtheria toxin.

A cell-permeable marine sponge metabolite with anti-microbial, anti-HIV, anti-inflammatory, and anti-mitotic properties. Induces a complete and reversible breakdown of Golgi membranes into smaller vesicular structures and causes depolymerization of microtubules. Inhibits cellular methylations through its interaction with S-adenosylhomocysteinase. Blocks the cytotoxicity of ricin and diphtheria toxin. Acts as an inhibitor of the RNase H activity of HIV-1.

Primary Target
Induces a complete and reversible breakdown of Golgi membranes into smaller vesicular structures and causes depolymerization of microtubules.

Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)

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