Streptomyces hygroscopicus
RAPA, Rapamune, Sirolimus, RPM, Antibiotic AY 22989
Rapamycin (Sirolimus) is a macrolide compound that acts by selectively blocking the transcriptional activation of cytokines thereby inhibiting cytokine production. It is bioactive only when bound to IMMUNOPHILINS. Sirolimus (Rapamycin) is a potent immunosuppressant. Sirolimus (Rapamycin) possesses both antifungal and antineoplastic properties.
53123-88-9
12, 8288
914.2
C51H79NO13
Specifications
Appearance: Off-white to slight yellow powder
Purity At least 97% by TLC, HPLC
max: 265, 277, 287
Melting point 178°C-182°C
Solubility Rapamycin (Sirolimus) gives clear colorless solution at 50mg/ml DMSO
Storage -20°C. Protect from light and moisture. Hygroscopic.