N8575

Nystatin

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£146.00

SKU:: N8575
Molecular Weight:: 962.1
Purity:: Activity: ≥4400u/mg
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 1400-61-9
Format:: Off-white to yellowish powder
Extra Details:: Nystatin is a mixture of the byproducts of Streptomyces noursei. Nystatin belongs to the group of medicines called antifungals. Nystatin works by binding to a substance called ergosterol, which is a component of fungal cell membranes. Binding to ergosterol disrupts the cell membrane and causes holes to appear. Synonyms: Nystatin A1; Mycostatin; Fungicidin CAS No: 1400-61-9 Molecular Formula: C₄₇H₇₅NO₁₇ Molecular Weight: 962.1 Appearance: Off-white to yellowish powder Activity: ≥4400u/mg Melting Point: >160°C Loss on Drying: ≤5% pH (3%): 6-8 Residual Solvents: Methanol: ≤3% Acetone: ≤5% Suspendibility, Crystallinity, Identification and Composition: To pass test Storage and Stability: Lyophilized product is stable for 12 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with DMSO. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Stable for 1 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.