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Product Description
Mechanism of action
Cefotaxime is a third‑generation cephalosporin known for strong gram‑negative activity and good CNS penetration. It binds multiple PBPs in Enterobacteriaceae and inhibits cell-wall synthesis. Its active metabolite, desacetyl‑cefotaxime, also possesses antimicrobial activity. It is a cornerstone molecule in meningitis research due to effective CSF penetration.
Benefits and advantages
Used in CNS infection modelling, PBPs binding studies, ESBL-producing organism research, neonatal sepsis models, β‑lactamase-resistance investigations and advanced cephalosporin SAR profiling.
Side effects and risks
Risks include hypersensitivity, GI symptoms, risk of C. difficile overgrowth, hepatic disturbances and rare neutropenia. Handle with antimicrobial precautions.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C16H17N5O7S2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 455.5 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 63527-52-6 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Soluble |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | cefotaxime; 63527-52-6; Cephotaxime; Cefotaxima; Cefotaximum |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | (6R,7R)-3-(acetyloxymethyl)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid |
| InChl Key | GPRBEKHLDVQUJE-QSWIMTSFSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C16H17N5O7S2/c1-6(22)28-3-7-4-29-14-10(13(24)21(14)11(7)15(25)26)19-12(23)9(20-27-2)8-5-30-16(17)18-8/h5,10,14H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H2,17,18)(H,19,23)(H,25,26)/b20-9-/t10-,14-/m1/s1 |
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