The molecule is a nitroso compound that is N-acetyl-D-penicillamine in which the sulfanyl hydrogen is replaced by a nitroso group. It has a role as a nitric oxide donor and a vasodilator agent. It is a nitroso compound and a nitrosothio compound. It derives from a N-acetyl-D-penicillamine.
(2S)-2-acetamido-3-methyl-3-nitrososulfanylbutanoic acid