An anthelmintic drug belonging to the benzimidazole group mainly used for the treatment of pinworm in animals. Recently, fenbendazole has been shown to selectively induce cytotoxicity in cancer cells via impairment of proteasomal function and induction of unfolded protein response.
Solubility:
DMSO
Molecular Weight:
~299.35
Storage and Stability:
Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20 degrees C. Stable for 12 months at -20 degrees C. Reconstitute with sterile buffer or dH2O. 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.