Synonyms: Antibiotic S 7481F1; Cyclosporine
Formula: C62H111N11O12
Formula Weight: 1202.61
CAS No.: 59865-13-3
Biochem/physiol Actions: A fungal metabolite possessing potent immunosuppressive properties. It inhibits the T-cell receptor signal transduction pathway via the formation of cyclosporin A−cyclophilin complex that inhibits calcineurin (protein phosphatase 2B). Inhibits nitric oxide synthesis induced by interleukin 1α, lipopolysaccharides and TNFα. Can block cytochrome c release from mitochondria.
Grade: certified reference material
Packaging: pkg of 500 mg
Pharmacopeia Traceability: traceable to USP 1158504