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Magainin 2

Cat. No.: IBDI-430662

Magainin 2 (Magainin II) is an antimicrobial peptide (AMP) isolated from the skin of the African clawed frog Xenopus laevis. Magainin 2 displays antibiotic activity against numerous gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Magainin 2 also is active against protozoa. Magainin 2 exerts its cytotoxicity effects by preferential interactions with anionic phospholipids abundant in bacterial membranes.

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Product Details

Target Bacterial | Antibiotic | Fungal
Molecular Weight 2466.90
Appearance Solid
Synonyms Magainin II
Sequence Gly-Ile-Gly-Lys-Phe-Leu-His-Ser-Ala-Lys-Lys-Phe-Gly-Lys-Ala-Phe-Val-Gly-Glu-Ile-Met-Asn-Ser
Sequence Shortening GIGKFLHSAKKFGKAFVGEIMNS
Structure Classification Others
Purity 98.98%

Storage & Handling

Shipping Room temperature in continental US. May vary elsewhere.
Storage Powder: -80°C/2 years; -20°C/1 year
*In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month
Handling Sealed storage, away from moisture and light
Regulatory Status This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use.
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