Amphotericin B is a polyene antifungal antibiotic from Streptomyces sp. It has a high affinity for sterols, primarily ergosterols, of fungal and bacterial cell membranes. It is an antibiotic solution effective against yeast and other fungi. Amphotericin B may be toxic to some insect cell types. Amphotericin B is an antimycotic.
Molecular Weight: 924.08
Molecular Formula: C47H73NO17
Key Applications: Cell culture applications; Antimicrobial Treatment
Application Notes: Amphotericin B is used as antifungal in cell culture media
Concentration: 250 µg/mL
Format: Solution
Sterility: Sterile
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in DMSO (30 – 40 mg/mL) and in dimethylformamide (2 – 4 mg/mL)