Polymyxin B2
Catalog No. A46438

Polymyxin B2 is a polypeptide antibiotic that primarily targets the cell membrane of gram-negative bacteria. It exerts its antibacterial effect by binding to lipopolysaccharide components, leading to membrane disruption and subsequent cell lysis. This compound is relevant for antibiotic research and development, particularly in addressing drug-resistant bacterial strains.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A46438 |
|---|---|
| M. Wt | 1189.45 |
| Formula | C55H96N16O13 |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 34503-87-2 |
| Synonyms | |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]1C(=O)N[C@@H](CC(C)C)C(=O)N[C@@H](CCN)C(=O)N[C@@H](CCN)C(=O)N[C@@]([C@@H](C)O)(C(=O)NCC[C@H](NC([C@@H](NC([C@@H](NC([C@@H](NC(CCCCC(C)C)=O)CCN)=O)[C@@H](C)O)=O)CCN)=O)C(=O)N[C@@H](CCN)C(=O)N1)[H])C2=CC=CC=C2 |
Biological Activity
| Description | Polymyxin B2 is a polypeptide antibiotic that primarily targets the cell membrane of gram-negative bacteria. It exerts its antibacterial effect by binding to lipopolysaccharide components, leading to membrane disruption and subsequent cell lysis. This compound is relevant for antibiotic research and development, particularly in addressing drug-resistant bacterial strains. |
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Adooq products are transported at room temperature. If you receive the product at room temperature, please rest assured, the Adooq Quality Inspection Department has conducted experiments to verify that the normal temperature placement of one month will not affect the biological activity of powder products. After collecting, please store the product according to the requirements described in the datasheet. Most Adooq products are stable under the recommended conditions.


