O-3-Deoxy-4-C-methyl-3-(methylamino)-β-L-arabinopyranosyl-(16)-O-[2,6-diamino-2,3,4,6,7-pentadeoxy-α-D-ribo-heptopyranosyl-(14)]-2-deoxy-D-streptamine Pentaacetate Salt
Antibacterial. A mixture of Gentamicin C2 and Gentamycin C2a.
Synonyms
O-3-Deoxy-4-C-methyl-3-(methylamino)-β-L-arabinopyranosyl-(16)-O-[2,6-diamino-2,3,4,6,7-pentadeoxy-α-D-ribo-heptopyranosyl-(14)]-2-deoxy-D-streptamine Pentaacetate Salt
CAS No
25876-11-3 Free Amine of C2: 287916-51-2
Molecular Formula
C30H61N5O17
Molecular Weight
763.83
Appearance
White to light beige solid
Purity
≥95%
Method for Determing Identity
Proton NMR (D2O) and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
Melting Point
84-89°C
Solubility
Methanol (Slightly), Water (Slightly)
Storage and Stability
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. Amber Vial, Hygroscopic, Under Inert Atmosphere. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
References
1. Holt, H.A., et al.: J. Antimicrob. Chemother., 34, 747 (1994). 2. Wilschanski, M., et al.: Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med., 161, 860 (2000).