CEFTRIAXONE
Ceftriaxone is a third‑generation cephalosporin with long half‑life, used for meningitis and sepsis. Side effects include biliary sludging, rash, and diarrhea.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Ceftriaxone is a third‑generation cephalosporin with long half‑life and broad activity against gram‑negative and gram‑positive pathogens. It binds PBPs and disrupts cell‑wall synthesis. Its strong CNS penetration makes it a primary agent in meningitis models. High protein binding contributes to sustained serum levels.
Benefits and Advantages
Used extensively in CNS‑infection modelling, sepsis research, PBP‑selectivity studies, β‑lactam PK/PD evaluations, neonatal infection models and resistance‑mechanism investigations. A global reference drug for extended‑spectrum cephalosporins.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include biliary sludge, hypersensitivity, rare haemolysis, GI upset and selection of resistant strains. Handle with strict antimicrobial precautions.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C18H18N8O7S3 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 554.6 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 73384-59-5 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | 1.05e-01 g/L |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | ceftriaxone; 73384-59-5; Rocephin; Biotrakson; Ceftriaxona |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | (6R,7R)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-3-[(2-methyl-5,6-dioxo-1H-1,2,4-triazin-3-yl)sulfanylmethyl]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid |
| InChl Key | VAAUVRVFOQPIGI-SPQHTLEESA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C18H18N8O7S3/c1-25-18(22-12(28)13(29)23-25)36-4-6-3-34-15-9(14(30)26(15)10(6)16(31)32)21-11(27)8(24-33-2)7-5-35-17(19)20-7/h5,9,15H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H2,19,20)(H,21,27)(H,23,29)(H,31,32)/b24-8-/t9-,15-/m1/s1 |
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