Cyclosporin D is a minor analogue of the cyclosporin family which is only weakly immunologically active. Cyclosporin D is a potent inhibitor of tumor-promoting phorbol esters on mouse skin in vivo and a potent inhibitor of calcium/calmodulin-dependent EF-2 phosphorylation in vitro.
Source:
Cyclosporin D from Trichoderma sp.
Molecular Weight:
~1216.7
Solubility:
Soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMF or DMSO. Limited water solubility.
Storage and Stability:
Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20 degrees C. Stable for 12 months at -20 degrees C. Reconstitute with DMSO. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20 degrees 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.