Synonym(s): Fungicidin; Mycostatin
CAS No.: 1400-61-9
Preparation Note: Prepared from Nystatin (N 6261).
Storage: −20°C
EC No.: 215-749-0
Biochem/physiol Actions: Mode of Action: Increases the permeability of the cell membrane of sensitive fungi by binding to sterols.
Antimicrobial spectrum: Yeasts and molds.
Reconstitution: Nystatin is effective as a suspension. Prepare 50 mg/ml stock suspensions in water and store at −20 °C. Stable at 37 °C for 3 days. Use in tissue culture at 50 μg/ml.
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C5H8O4