Colistinsulphate, 1 g

Colistinsulphate is a well-characterized compound belonging to the polypeptide antibiotic family. Its molecular formula is C19H37N5O13PS2, and it has a molecular weight of 646.6 g/mol. This compound is a cyclic polypeptide, featuring a unique structure consisting of two heptapeptide rings linked by a disulfide bond. It is available in a pure form, with a specified purity of 99%. Each package contains 1 gram of colistinsulphate, making it an ideal choice for research purposes or small-scale industrial applications. Colistinsulphate exhibits potent activity against Gram-negative bacteria, particularly those resistant to other antibiotics. It is often used in the treatment of severe infections caused by such bacteria. Additionally, it has been found to interact with lipopolysaccharides in the outer membrane of bacterial cells, leading to their destruction.

• CAS Number: 1264-72-8