Ofloxacin

Ofloxacin

AT0902

CAS 82419-36-1

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Overview

Ofloxacin (Oxaldin) is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial antibiotic. Ofloxacin binds to and inhibits bacterial topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV, enzymes involved in DNA replication and repair, resulting in cell death in sensitive bacterial species.

Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC18H20FN3O4
Molecular Weight361.37
CAS Numbers82419-36-1
SolubilityDMSO
Purity98% by HPLC
SMILES CodeO=C1C=2C3=C(C(=C(F)C2)N4CCN(C)CC4)OCC(C)N3C=C1C(O)=O

Storage and Handling

0C Short Term, -20C Long Term

References

Divo AA, et al. Antimicrob Agents ChemOthers. 1988 Aug;32[8] 1182-6.