Penitrem A
Penitrem A is a tremorgenic mycotoxin isolated from Penicillium species. Penitrem A acts as a selective blocker of high- conductance Ca2+-activated potassium channels.
Source
Penitrem A from Penicillium palitans.
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMF or DMSO. Very poor water solubility.
Storage and Stability
Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months at -20°C. Reconstitute with DMSO. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. 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.
Concentration
Not determined
Form
Supplied as a white powder.
