Amphotericin B from Streptomyces sp.
SIGMA/A2411 - BioReagent, suitable for cell culture, ~80% (HPLC)
Synonym: Fungizone
CAS Number: 1397-89-3
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C47H73NO17
Molecular Weight: 924.08
EC Number: 215-742-2
MDL Number: MFCD00877763
Linear Formula: C47H73NO17
Product Type: Chemical
antibiotic activity spectrum | fungi |
yeast | |
assay | ~80% (HPLC) |
biological source | Streptomyces sp. |
color | yellow to yellow-orange |
form | solid |
InChI | 1S/C47H73NO17/c1-27-17-15 |
InChI key | APKFDSVGJQXUKY-INPOYWNPSA |
mode of action | cell membrane | interferes |
potency | >750.00 μg per mg (Dry basis) |
product line | BioReagent |
Quality Level | 300 |
SMILES string | C[C@H]1O[C@@H](O[C@@H]2C[ |
solubility | H2O: slightly soluble |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
technique(s) | cell culture | mammalian: suitable |
Application: | Amphotericin B is a polyene antifungal antibiotic from Streptomyce sp. It has a high affinity for sterols, especially ergosterols, of both fungal and bacterial cell membranes. Normal usage in maintenance of antifungal cell cultures is 2.5 mg/L with penicillin and streptomycin used in the medium. |
Biochem/physiol Actions: | Amphotericin B binds to sterols, forming pores in the membrane, and causing small molecules to leak out. The product is most effective against fungi and yeast. |
Caution: | Amphotericin B remains active for 3 days in culture at 37°C. At -20°C, and with protection from air and light, the product remains active for 5 years. |
General description: | Chemical structure: polyene |
Other Notes: | Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Product is sensitive to light and moisture. |
Packaging: | 1, 5 g in glass bottle |
Packaging: | 250 mg in glass bottle |
Preparation Note: | Amphotericin B is insoluble in water at pH 6 to 7, but soluble in water at pH 2 or 11. It is soluble in DMSO (30-40 mg/mL) and in dimethylformamide (2-4 mg/mL). Aqueous solutions cannot be sterile filtered due to poor solubility. |
Hazard Codes | Xi |
Risk Statements | 36/37/38 |
Safety Statements | 26 |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
Purity | ~80% (HPLC) |
Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
UNSPSC | 12352207 |