E3789
Amphotericin B – Low Endotoxin
Less than 5 EU/mg, suitable for cell culture
Synonym(s):
Amphotericin B – Low Endotoxin
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About This Item
UNSPSC Code:
12352207
NACRES:
NA.76
biological source
Streptomyces sp. (Microbial)
form
powder
mol wt
924.08
technique(s)
cell culture | mammalian: suitable
storage temp.
2-8°C
General description
Amphotericin B is a polyene antifungal antibiotic from Streptomyces sp. It has a high affinity for sterols,primarily ergosterols, of fungal and bacterial cell membranes.After binding to sterols, it forms channels in the membranes, causing small molecules to leak out.Amphotericin B is effective against fungi and yeast.The name of the drug is derived from the amphoteric behavior of the drug, due to the carboxyl group on the main ring and a primary amino group on the mycosamine ring.
Amphotericin B induces K+ leakage, which is separate from its lethal action, as was demonstrated in human erythrocytes and is due to the inhibitory effect on the Na+/K+ pump.At sub-lethal concentrations, this drug stimulates either the activity of some membrane enzymes or cellular metabolism,in particular stimulation of some cells of the immune system.
Amphotericin B induces K+ leakage, which is separate from its lethal action, as was demonstrated in human erythrocytes and is due to the inhibitory effect on the Na+/K+ pump.At sub-lethal concentrations, this drug stimulates either the activity of some membrane enzymes or cellular metabolism,in particular stimulation of some cells of the immune system.
Preparation Note
If reconstituted at 25 mg/10 mL of sterile water, there is no need to filter sterilize. This will yield a slightly hazy yellow solution.
Storage and Stability
Amphotericin B remains active for 3 days in culture at 37°C. For long term, storage at 2−8°C, protected from air and light, is recommended. Under these conditions the products remain active for 5 years.
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
STOT RE 1
Storage Class Code
6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
WGK
WGK 3
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
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