Pentamidine is an aromatic diamine that is effective against protozoal diseases, such as amoebic dysentery, malaria, trypanosomiasis, and leishmaniasis. In clinical studies, it has also been shown to be an effective prophylaxis against pneumocystis pneumonia. Synonyms: 4,4-[1,5-Pentanediylbis(oxy)]bis-benzenecarboximidamide, 4,4-Diamidino-.alpha.,.omega.-diphenoxypentane, MP 601205, NSC 9921 CAS No: 100-33-4 Molecular Formula: C19H24N4O2 Molecular Weight: 340.42 Purity: 98% (HPLC and TLC) Appearance: Crystalline solid Solubility: DMF: 25mg/ml, DMF: PBS (pH 7.2) (1:2): 0.33mg/ml, DMSO: 20mg/ml, Ethanol: 10mg/ml Storage and Stability: Lyophilized and reconstituted products are stable for 6 months after receipt at -20C. Reconstitute with sterile buffer. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
Molecular Weight:
340.42
CAS Number:
[100-33-4]
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