Streptomycin Sulfate
Pharmaceutical-grade Streptomycin Sulfate (CAS 3810-74-0) supplied wholesale by Zyntex to licensed customers. Aminoglycoside antibiotic for veterinary penicillin combinations, cell culture and reserve human use. CoA and SDS with every lot.
Description
Streptomycin Sulfate Product Overview
Streptomycin sulfate is a white to off-white, hygroscopic powder that dissolves very easily in water. Producers obtain it by fermentation with Streptomyces griseus. Discovered in 1943, it was the first antibiotic effective against tuberculosis, and its strength is expressed as potency.
Today, veterinary producers use it mainly in injectable combinations with penicillin, such as procaine benzylpenicillin and dihydrostreptomycin products. Laboratories use penicillin-streptomycin mixtures to prevent bacterial contamination in cell culture, often with Benzylpenicillin Sodium. In human medicine, it remains a reserve drug in some tuberculosis regimens.
Streptomycin belongs to the aminoglycoside family together with Neomycin sulfate and Gentamycin Sulfate. Use on crops is restricted or banned in many countries, including the EU. Zyntex supplies it only to licensed pharmaceutical, veterinary and laboratory customers.
Key Applications of Streptomycin Sulfate
Main application areas:
🐄 Veterinary Injectables
Combined with penicillin in injectable products.
🧫 Cell Culture
Component of penicillin-streptomycin solutions.
💊 Human Medicines
Reserve API in some tuberculosis regimens.
🔬 Microbiology
Selection agent in research.
Streptomycin Sulfate Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Streptomycin sulfate |
| CAS Number | 3810-74-0 |
| Molecular Formula | (C21H39N7O12)2·3H2SO4 |
| Potency | Meets pharmacopoeia requirements (stated on lot CoA) |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Documents | CoA and SDS with every lot |
⚠️ Safety & Handling: Pharmacologically active substance that may cause allergic reactions and may damage the unborn child. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin; wear gloves, eye protection and dust protection. Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place, as the powder is hygroscopic. Always consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for full classification and handling instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is streptomycin used in cell culture?
Yes. Penicillin-streptomycin mixtures are widely used to prevent bacterial contamination in cell culture media.
Can streptomycin be used on crops?
Agricultural use is banned or restricted in many countries, including the EU. Zyntex supplies it for licensed pharmaceutical, veterinary and laboratory uses.
How can I get a price and documents?
Prices depend on quantity, packaging and destination. Contact us with your required volume to receive a quotation together with the CoA and SDS.
