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Colistin sulfate  (Synonyms: Polymyxin E sulfate)

Cat. No.: HY-A0089 Purity: ≥96.0%
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Colistin sulfate is a polypeptide antibiotic which inhibits gram-negative bacteria by binding to lipopolysaccharides and phospholipids in the outer cell membrane of gram-negative bacteria.

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Colistin sulfate Chemical Structure

Colistin sulfate Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 1264-72-8

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Description

Colistin sulfate is a polypeptide antibiotic which inhibits gram-negative bacteria by binding to lipopolysaccharides and phospholipids in the outer cell membrane of gram-negative bacteria.

In Vitro

Colistins are bactericidal to gram-negative bacteria by a detergent-like mechanism. This mechanism involves interaction with lipopolysaccharides and phospholipids of the outer membrane and electrostatic interference with the outer membrane by competitively displacing divalent cations (calcium and magnesium) from the negatively charged phosphate groups of membrane lipids[1]. Colistin (polymyxin E) owns favorable properties of rapid bacterial killing, a narrow spectrum of activity, and an associated slow development of resistance for the treatment of infections caused by multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria. There are two forms of colistin available commercially: colistin (sulfate) mainly for topical use and colistin methanesulfonate (sodium) for parenteral use[2].

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In Vivo

High concentrations of colistin in rat ELF are achieved as a result of slow and sustained CMS conversion following i.t. instillation[3]. Colistin is often used in piglets but underdosing and overdosing are frequent. Under- or overdoses of colistin do not result in any major disturbance of piglet fecal microbiota and rarely select for chromosomal resistance in the dominant E. coli population[4].

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Molecular Weight

1400.64

Formula

C52H98N16O13.2.5H2O4S

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Appearance

Solid

Color

White to off-white

SMILES

CCC(C)CCCC(N[C@@H](CCN)C(N[C@H](C(N[C@H](C(N[C@@H](CCNC([C@H]([C@H](O)C)N1)=O)C(N[C@@H](CCN)C(N[C@H](CC(C)C)C(N[C@@H](CC(C)C)C(N[C@@H](CCN)C(N[C@@H](CCN)C1=O)=O)=O)=O)=O)=O)=O)CCN)=O)[C@H](O)C)=O)=O.O=S(O)(O)=O.[2.5]

Structure Classification
Initial Source

Bacillus polymyxa var. colistinus

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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture

*In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture)

Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro: 

H2O : 50 mg/mL (35.70 mM; Need ultrasonic)

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Stock Solutions
Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 0.7140 mL 3.5698 mL 7.1396 mL
5 mM 0.1428 mL 0.7140 mL 1.4279 mL
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* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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In Vivo:

For the following dissolution methods, please prepare the working solution directly. It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions and use them promptly within a short period of time.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  PBS

    Solubility: 50 mg/mL (35.70 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic

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Purity & Documentation

Purity: ≥98.0%

References
Animal Administration
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Rats: Colistin methanesulfonate (sodium) and colistin (sulfate) dosing solutions are freshly prepared in sterile 0.9% sodium chloride. For the i.v. studies, colistin methanesulfonate (CMS) or sulfate solutions are administered by a bolus injection via the jugular vein cannula. Intratracheal (i.t.) instillation is utilized as the technique for pulmonary administration. Animals are administered i.v. CMS at doses of 14 mg/kg of body weight, 28 mg/kg or 56 mg/kg. In an independent study, rats are administered i.v. colistin at doses of 0.21 mg/kg, 0.41 mg/kg, or 0.62 mg/kg[3].

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Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
H2O 1 mM 0.7140 mL 3.5698 mL 7.1396 mL 17.8490 mL
5 mM 0.1428 mL 0.7140 mL 1.4279 mL 3.5698 mL
10 mM 0.0714 mL 0.3570 mL 0.7140 mL 1.7849 mL
15 mM 0.0476 mL 0.2380 mL 0.4760 mL 1.1899 mL
20 mM 0.0357 mL 0.1785 mL 0.3570 mL 0.8924 mL
25 mM 0.0286 mL 0.1428 mL 0.2856 mL 0.7140 mL
30 mM 0.0238 mL 0.1190 mL 0.2380 mL 0.5950 mL

* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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