Amphotericin B

Amphotericin B

Product Description

Amphotericin B is a polyene antifungal antibioticum produced by Streptomyces nodosus. It appears mainly by interfering with the permeability of the cell membrane of sensitive fungi and yeasts by binding to sterols.

Basic info

• CAS number 1397-89-3
• Molecular weight C₄₇H₇₃NO₁₇ = 924.1
• Assay >750 microg/mg

Technical

Storage condition

• Store at 2-8 °C
• Soluble in DMSO

Hazard statements

• H315 - Causes skin irritation
• H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
• H335 - May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

• P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
• P302 - IF ON SKIN:
• P305 - IF IN EYES:
• P351 - Rinse continuously with water for several minutes
• P352 - Wash with soap and water