Mode of Action: G-418 inhibits protein elongation by blocking polypeptide synthesis. Eukaryotic cells that are stably transfected with neomycin resistance genes can be selected and maintained using this product. Similar in structure to Gentamicin, Neomycin, and Kanamycin.
Store dessicated at -20ºC
PubChem Chemical ID: 16760463
Features
- Synonyms: Antibiotic G418, G-418 Disulphate, GENETICIN(R), G 418 Sulfate, Cell Culture Tested
- CAS#: 108321-42-2
- Molecular Formula: C20H40N4O10·2H2SO4
- Molecular Weight: 692.71 g/mol