FURADROXYL
Furadroxyl is a cephalosporin antibiotic inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. Side effects include rash, diarrhea, and GI upset.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Furadroxyl is a nitrofuran derivative with broad antimicrobial activity. It is bio‑reduced by bacterial nitroreductases to generate reactive nitroso and hydroxylamine species that interact with DNA and essential enzymes, disrupting replication and metabolic pathways.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in nitrofuran mechanism research, bacterial redox‑enzyme studies, DNA‑damage signalling assays and antimicrobial‑resistance investigations.
Side Effects and Risks
Potential mutagenicity, GI upset, hypersensitivity reactions and, at high exposure, systemic toxicity. Handle with nitrofuran‑antimicrobial precautions and appropriate protective equipment.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C8H9NO3 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 242.19 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 405-22-1 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | Nidroxyzone; 405-22-1; Nidroxizona; Nidroxyzonum; YN9DMN3CVQ |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-[(E)-(5-nitrofuran-2-yl)methylideneamino]urea |
| InChl Key | FJVAAURIDNIYAE-BJMVGYQFSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C8H10N4O5/c9-8(14)11(3-4-13)10-5-6-1-2-7(17-6)12(15)16/h1-2,5,13H,3-4H2,(H2,9,14)/b10-5+ |
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