CAS 16710-11-5: 2(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 4-methyl-6-(methylthio)-

4-Methyl-6-(methylthio)pyridin-2-ol is an acidic, biological compound that has shown antituberculosis activity in vitro. It deacetylates amines and aromatic amines to form the corresponding amides. 4-Methyl-6-(methylthio)pyridin-2-ol is converted to 4-methylpyridine, which inhibits the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The mechanism of action is not well understood but may involve inhibition of DNA synthesis or transcription.