Penicillin G Potassium Salt
Application Notes
Penicillin G is a narrow spectrum antibiotic. It is the drug of choice for Streptococcus pneumoniae, groups A, B, C and G streptococci, nonenterococcal group D streptococci, viridans group streptococci, and non-penicillinase producing staphylococcus. Penicillin G potassium salt is used to study murosomes of staphylococci and the penicillin-induced lysis of Streptococcus mutans.
Usage Statement
Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.
Key Applications
Antibiotic
SKU | 02100543-CF |
Alternate Names | Benzylpenicillin potassium salt |
Application Notes | Penicillin G is a narrow spectrum antibiotic. It is the drug of choice for Streptococcus pneumoniae, groups A, B, C and G streptococci, nonenterococcal group D streptococci, viridans group streptococci, and non-penicillinase producing staphylococcus. Penicillin G potassium salt is used to study murosomes of staphylococci and the penicillin-induced lysis of Streptococcus mutans. |
Base Catalog Number | 100543 |
Beilstein Registry Number | 3832841 |
Biochemical Physiological Actions | Mode of Action: Penicillin G acts by inhibiting cell wall synthesis through binding to penicillin binding proteins (PBPs), inhibiting peptidoglycan chain cross-linking.Antimicrobial spectrum: This product is active against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. |
CAS # | 113-98-4 |
EC Number | 204-038-0 |
Format | Powder |
Hazard Statements | H317 |
Molecular Formula | C16H17N2O4SK |
Molecular Weight | 372.48 g/mol |
Personal Protective Equipment | Dust mask , Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves |
Potency | 1500-1700 u/mg |
RTECS Number | XH9700000 |
Safety Symbol | GHS07 |
Usage Statement | Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department. |