Candicidin

Candicidin

Catalog Number:
M001342305TOK
Mfr. No.:
TOK-C002
Price:
$289
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      • Overview
        • Candicidin is a fungicidal polyene antifungal agent derived from Streptomyces griseus, named for its high activity against the yeast Candida albicans.

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          Background

          Candicidin alters membrane permeability by binding to ergosterol, a membrane sterol unique to fungi. As a result, an intracellular ion imbalance occurs leading to cell death.

      • Properties
        • CAS Number
          1403-17-4
          Molecular Formula
          C59H84N2O18
          Molecular Weight
          1109.30
          Appearance
          Brown or Yellow Powder
          Other Properties
          Source: Streptomyces griseus
          Loss on Drying: ≤4.0%
          Storage
          -20°C

          * For research use only

      • Applications
        • Application Description
          Spectrum: Candicidin targets primarily fungi responsible for vulvovaginal candidiasis namely Candida albicans.

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