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Kanamycin B

Alias: Bekanamycin; NK-1006; NK1006; NK 1006; Nebramycin V
Cat No.:V15011 Purity: ≥98%
Bekanamycin (Kanamycin B) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic found in Streptomyces kanamyceticus and inhibits a veriety of Gram-positive (Gram+) and -negative bacteria.
Kanamycin B
Kanamycin B Chemical Structure CAS No.: 4696-76-8
Product category: Bacterial
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Other Forms of Kanamycin B:

  • Bekanamycin sulfate
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Product Description
Bekanamycin (Kanamycin B) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic found in Streptomyces kanamyceticus and inhibits a veriety of Gram-positive (Gram+) and -negative bacteria.
Kanamycin B (CAS# 4696-76-8), also known as Bekanamycin, is an aminoglycoside antibiotic produced by Streptomyces kanamyceticus. It is a component of the kanamycin complex and exhibits antibacterial efficacy against a range of Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria. Kanamycin B is a water-soluble compound used in biochemical research, particularly in studies focusing on bacterial protein synthesis.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Aminoglycoside
Kanamycin B binds to the bacterial 16S rRNA subunit, specifically targeting the A-site of the ribosome. This binding interferes with the decoding site, inhibiting translocation and causing misreading of the genetic code, which ultimately leads to the inhibition of protein synthesis. The compound's antibacterial activity is primarily directed against Gram-negative bacteria.
ln Vitro
Bekanamycin, also known as Kanamycin B, is typically extracted from the broth of S. kanamyceticus and is a precursor for semisynthetic antibiotics like Arbekacin and Dibekacin[2].
While bekanamycin (also known as Kanamycin B) has no discernible effect on the configuration of the extracellularly recorded presynaptic action potential, it does, in a concentration-dependent manner, reduce the quantal content of the end-plate potentials reversibly. Bekanamycin causes evoked transmitter release to decrease, but this can be countered by raising the concentration of calcium outside the body or by using medications like aminopyridines, which significantly increase the release of transmitters from motor nerve terminals. Strong inhibitory effects of bekanamycin on transmitter release are likely caused by disruption of the calcium influx that takes place during motor nerve terminal depolarization[3].
In vitro, Kanamycin B displays antibacterial efficacy against Gram-negative bacteria. It is used as a selection agent in molecular biology and as a research tool to study ribosomal function and antibiotic resistance mechanisms. The compound's activity is typically assessed using minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) assays against various bacterial strains.
ln Vivo
In vivo, Kanamycin B has been used to treat infections caused by Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria and Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is administered via intramuscular injection for systemic infections. However, its clinical use has been largely superseded by other aminoglycosides due to toxicity concerns. It is primarily used as a research tool.
Enzyme Assay
In vitro binding assays for Kanamycin B involve measuring its affinity for the bacterial ribosome, specifically the 16S rRNA. Techniques such as surface plasmon resonance (SPR) or fluorescence polarization can be used to quantify the binding interaction. Alternatively, cell-free translation assays can be employed to measure the inhibition of protein synthesis, which provides a functional readout of the compound's activity.
Cell Assay
In vitro cellular assays for Kanamycin B typically involve determining the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) against a panel of bacterial strains using the broth microdilution method. The compound's ability to inhibit bacterial growth is assessed by culturing bacteria in the presence of serial dilutions of the antibiotic and measuring optical density. Time-kill kinetics assays can also be performed to evaluate its bactericidal activity.
Animal Protocol
In vivo animal models for Kanamycin B typically involve infecting mice or rats with pathogenic bacteria and then administering the antibiotic via intramuscular or subcutaneous injection to assess its therapeutic efficacy. The primary endpoints are survival rate, reduction in bacterial load in target organs (e.g., lungs, spleen), and prevention of sepsis.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
Kanamycin B has a molecular weight of 483.51 g/mol and a molecular formula of C18H37N5O10. It is a water-soluble compound. The compound is typically stored as a powder at room temperature or -20°C for long-term stability. It is also known as Aminodeoxykanamycin, Bekanamycin, and Nebramycin V.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
Kanamycin B is an aminoglycoside antibiotic with a toxicity profile similar to other drugs in its class. The primary toxicities associated with aminoglycosides are nephrotoxicity (kidney damage) and ototoxicity (hearing loss and balance problems). These effects are dose-dependent and can be irreversible. The compound should be handled with care in laboratory settings.
References

[1]. Modulation of kanamycin B and kanamycin A biosynthesis in Streptomyces kanamyceticus viametabolic engineering. PLoS One. 2017 Jul 28;12(7):e0181971.

[2]. Synthesis and Bioactivities of Kanamycin B-Derived Cationic Amphiphiles. J Med Chem. 2015 Dec 10;58(23):9124-32.

[3]. Presynaptic effects of bekanamycin at the frog neuromuscular junction. Reversibility by calcium and aminopyridines. Eur J Pharmacol. 1981 Jul 10;72(4):271-80.

Additional Infomation
Kanamycin B is a member of the kanamycin family and is the conjugating base of kanamycin B(5+). Bekanamycin has been reported in both honeybees (Apis cerana) and Streptomyces kanamyceticus, with relevant data available. Bekanamycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic derived from Streptomyces kanamyceticus and possesses antibacterial activity. Bekanamycin irreversibly binds to the bacterial 30S ribosomal subunit. Specifically, the antibiotic is located between the 16S rRNA and S12 protein within the 30S subunit. This leads to interference with the translation initiation complex, mRNA misreading, thereby inhibiting protein synthesis and ultimately producing a bactericidal effect.
Kanamycin B (CAS# 4696-76-8) is an aminoglycoside antibiotic produced by Streptomyces kanamyceticus. It binds to the bacterial 16S rRNA subunit, inhibiting protein synthesis. It is used in research to study bacterial protein synthesis and as a selection agent. The compound is for research use only and is not for human therapeutic use.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C18H37N5O10
Molecular Weight
483.51
Exact Mass
483.254
Elemental Analysis
C, 44.71; H, 7.71; N, 14.48; O, 33.09
CAS #
4696-76-8
Related CAS #
4696-76-8;29701-07-3 (sulfate);
PubChem CID
439318
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
Density
1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point
807.7±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point
178-182° (dec)
Flash Point
442.3±34.3 °C
Vapour Pressure
0.0±6.5 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction
1.668
LogP
-2.93
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
11
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
15
Rotatable Bond Count
6
Heavy Atom Count
33
Complexity
639
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
15
SMILES
O([C@]1([H])[C@@]([H])([C@]([H])([C@@]([H])([C@@]([H])(C([H])([H])N([H])[H])O1)O[H])O[H])N([H])[H])[C@]1([H])[C@]([H])(C([H])([H])[C@]([H])([C@@]([H])([C@@]1([H])O[H])O[C@]1([H])[C@@]([H])([C@]([H])([C@@]([H])([C@@]([H])(C([H])([H])O[H])O1)O[H])N([H])[H])O[H])N([H])[H])N([H])[H]
InChi Key
SKKLOUVUUNMCJE-FQSMHNGLSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C18H37N5O10/c19-2-6-11(26)12(27)9(23)17(30-6)32-15-4(20)1-5(21)16(14(15)29)33-18-13(28)8(22)10(25)7(3-24)31-18/h4-18,24-29H,1-3,19-23H2/t4-,5+,6+,7+,8-,9+,10+,11+,12+,13+,14-,15+,16-,17+,18+/m0/s1
Chemical Name
(2R,3S,4R,5R,6R)-5-amino-2-(aminomethyl)-6-(((1R,2S,3S,4R,6S)-4,6-diamino-3-(((2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-4-amino-3,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yl)oxy)-2-hydroxycyclohexyl)oxy)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-3,4-diol
Synonyms
Bekanamycin; NK-1006; NK1006; NK 1006; Nebramycin V
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

Shipping Condition
Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)
Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
H2O : ≥ 100 mg/mL (~206.82 mM)
DMSO : ~1 mg/mL (~2.07 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: 25 mg/mL (51.71 mM) in PBS (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution; with sonication.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 2.0682 mL 10.3410 mL 20.6821 mL
5 mM 0.4136 mL 2.0682 mL 4.1364 mL
10 mM 0.2068 mL 1.0341 mL 2.0682 mL

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Biological Data
  • Kanamycin biosynthetic gene cluster and proposed kanamycin biosynthetic pathways. [1].PLoS One. 2017 Jul 28;12(7):e0181971.
  • Metabolite analysis of S. kanamyceticus CG305 and S. kanamyceticus ΔkanN. [1].PLoS One. 2017 Jul 28;12(7):e0181971.
  • Metabolite analysis of S. kanamyceticus CG305 and S. kanamyceticus ΔkanJ.[1].PLoS One. 2017 Jul 28;12(7):e0181971.
  • Genotypes of Streptomyces kanamyceticus CG305 and its recombinant overexpressing strains.[1].PLoS One. 2017 Jul 28;12(7):e0181971.
  • Metabolites of S. kanamyceticus CG305 and its recombinant overexpressing strains.[1].PLoS One. 2017 Jul 28;12(7):e0181971.
  • Cell growth, relative enzyme activity and qRT-PCR gene transcription analysis of kanamycin A-producing strains.[1].PLoS One. 2017 Jul 28;12(7):e0181971.
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