YM 133 (IMC-XV) is a semisynthetic macrolide antibiotic with potent bactericidal activity. YM 133 shows activity against Erythromycin-, Josamycin-, and rokitamycin-resistant (MIC ≥ 100 μg/mL) strains of staphylococci, streptococci, Bacteroides spp., and Clostridium spp. YM 133 exhibits excellent activity against macrolide-resistant strains and against anaerobes. YM 133 can be used for antibacterial research.

Providing storage is as stated on the product vial and the vial is kept tightly sealed, the product can be stored for up to 24 months.
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20°C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.