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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Cefalexin is a widely used first-generation cephalosporin that inhibits bacterial cell-wall synthesis by binding PBPs and blocking peptidoglycan crosslinking. It is highly effective against gram-positive cocci and some gram-negative species.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in bacteriology research, β-lactam-resistance pathway studies, cell-wall biosynthesis modelling, MIC profiling, biofilm inhibition testing and cephalosporin SAR research.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include allergic reactions, GI upset, Clostridioides overgrowth, elevated liver enzymes and rare interstitial nephritis. Handle with routine antimicrobial precautions.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C16H17N3O4S |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 347.4 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 15686-71-2 |
| Storage Condition | Cephalexin capsules, tablets, and powder for oral suspension should be stored in tight containers at a temperature less than 40 °C, preferably between 15-30 °C. After reconstitution, cephalexin oral suspensions should be stored at 2-8 °C and discarded if not used within 2 wk. |
| Solubility | 10mg/mL |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | cephalexin; Cefalexin; 15686-71-2; Keflex; Cephacillin |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | (6R,7R)-7-[[(2R)-2-amino-2-phenylacetyl]amino]-3-methyl-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid |
| InChl Key | ZAIPMKNFIOOWCQ-UEKVPHQBSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C16H17N3O4S/c1-8-7-24-15-11(14(21)19(15)12(8)16(22)23)18-13(20)10(17)9-5-3-2-4-6-9/h2-6,10-11,15H,7,17H2,1H3,(H,18,20)(H,22,23)/t10-,11-,15-/m1/s1 |
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