Pimecrolimus

Biochemicals / Biochem-Chiral

-20°C

Highly Purified

Macrolactam ascomycin derivative; inhibits production of pro-inflammatory cytokines by T cells and mast cells. Immunosuppresant.

Synonyms:
33-Epichloro-33-desoxyascomycin; 33-epi-Chloro-33-desoxyascomycin; ASM 981; Elidel; Picrolimus; SDZ-ASM 981

CAS Number:
137071-32-0

Molecular Formula:
C₄₃H₆₈ClNO₁₁

Molecular Weight:
810.45

Melting Point:
142-144°C

Solubility:
Chloroform, Methanol

Form:
Supplied as a white solid.

Storage and Stability:
Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.