Degradex(R) is made with poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) with an L/G ratio of 50/50 and a Mw of 30,000.To re-constitute:
•remove the product from freezer
•wait until temperature rises to the ambient temperature
•add DI water or buffer to the container
•Vortex and sonicate for 5 minutes to ensure the microspheres are well suspended.
Synonyms: Degradex(R) PLGA
Linear Structural Formula: (C3H4O2)x(C2H2O2)y
Storage: -20C
Application: Plain PLGA particles for testing system compatibility in drug delivery research. Particles can be used as carriers by attaching drug or biological/chemical entities to particle surface. PLGA particles are used for controlled release, sustained release and targeted drug delivery.
Legal Information: Degradex is a registered trademark of Phosphorex, Inc.