Product Description: Selamectin (Standard) is the analytical standard of Selamectin. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. Selamectin, a semi-synthetic macrocyclic lactone, is a potent parasiticide and anthelminthic. Selamectin activates glutamate-gated chloride channels in neurons and pharyngeal muscles to prevent heartworm, Lymphatic filariae, and nematode infection. Selamectin is also a potent P-glycoprotein substrate and a P-glycoprotein inhibitor with an IC50 of 120 nM[1][2].
Formula: C43H63NO11
References: [1]Patsharaporn T Sarasombath, et al. First study of topical selamectin efficacy for treating cats naturally infected with Brugia malayi and Brugia pahangi under field conditions. Parasitol Res. 2019 Apr;118(4):1289-1297./[2]J Griffin, et al. Selamectin is a potent substrate and inhibitor of human and canine P-glycoprotein. J Vet Pharmacol Ther. 2005 Jun;28(3):257-65.
CAS Number: 220119-17-5
Molecular Weight: 769.96
Research Area: Infection
Target: Bacterial;Chloride Channel;Parasite;P-glycoprotein;Reference Standards
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