Amphotericin B is a polyene macroglide antifungal, which binds to ergosterol, leading to cell leakage and fungal cell death. Amphotericin B is effective in controlling contamination in cell and tissue culture work, and is also used for various mycological research. In virology work, Amphotericin B is key for allowing viral propagation and maintaining optimal conditions. Provided as a stock solution in water formulated with sodium deoxycholate.