Polymyxin B sulphate, 10 g

Polymyxin B Sulphate supports a range of applications in technical chemistry. This antibiotic is identified as a polypeptide antibiotic belonging to the polymyxin family. Its molecular formula is C39H72N12O18PS and it has a molecular weight of approximately 1000 Da. Polymyxin B Sulphate is a cyclic polypeptide with a unique structure consisting of two identical subunits connected through a disulphide bond. It exhibits potent antimicrobial activity against Gram-negative bacteria, particularly those resistant to other antibiotics. This compound is supplied in a pure form, with a purity level of ≥ 98%, and is available in a pack size of 10 grams. Additionally, Polymyxin B Sulphate is known for its ability to bind to lipid A, a component of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, disrupting their cell membrane integrity and leading to bacterial death.

• CAS Number: 1405-20-5