Application
G418 disulfate salt is an aminoglycoside antibiotic similar in structure to gentamicin used for selection and maintenance of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells transfected with a iNOS promoter construct and neomycin resistance gene†. Optimal concentrations for selection and maintenance vary by cell lines. Bacteria and algae require 5 µg/mL or less while animal cells may require 300-500 µg/mL.
Caution
The product is stable for three years when stored at 2-8°C.
General description
Chemical structure: aminoglycoside
Packaging
250 mg in glass bottle
1, 5 g in glass bottle
Preparation Note
G418 powder is soluble in water at 100 mg/mL.
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