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Actinomycin D
Description
Actinomycin D is used as an anti-neoplastic antibiotic. It is also used to inhibit RNA polymerase and is a potent inducer of apoptosis. It is also used as a potent antibiotic that binds to the GpC steps of DNA. Inhibits DNA-primed RNA polymerase by complexing with DNA via deoxyguanosine residues. A DNA-intercalator with growth inhibitory activity against certain leukemias and sarcomas. At higher concentrations, DNA polymerase is inhibited. Inhibits cell growth and colony formation in synchronized HeLa cells.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Actinomycin D is used as an anti-neoplastic antibiotic. It is also used to inhibit RNA polymerase and is a potent inducer of apoptosis. It is also used as a potent antibiotic that binds to the GpC steps of DNA. Inhibits DNA-primed R
Specifications
Specifications
| Type | Actinomycin D |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| CAS | 50-76-0 |
| Melting Point | 251°C to 253°C |
| Color | Orange to Red |
| Quantity | 5 mg |
| Molecular Formula | C62H86N12O16 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00005033 |
| UN Number | UN3462 |
| Beilstein | 605235 |
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