Cefpodoxime, Free Acid (R3763)

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SKU:: C2590-77
Molecular Weight:: 427.46
Purity:: ≥95% (HPLC)
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 80210-62-4
Format:: Light brown to brown solid
Extra Details:: Cefpodoxime acid is an oral prodrug that is converted to its active form, cefpodoxime, in the gastrointestinal tract. Cefpodoxime acid is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with a broad spectrum of activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It has been shown to be effective against Streptococcus pyogenes (group A β-hemolytic streptococci) and other types of streptococci, including Streptococcus pneumoniae. Cefpodoxime acid has been found to have hypoglycemic effects in humans. Synonyms: 6R,7R)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-Amino-4-thiazolyl)-2-(methoxyimino)acetyl]amino]-3-(methoxymethyl)-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic Acid; Cefpodoxime; R 3763; Cefpodoxime Proxetil EP Impurity A CAS No: 80210-62-4 Molecular Formula: C15H17N5O6S2 Molecular Weight: 427.46 Appearance: Light brown to brown solid Purity: ≥95% (HPLC) FT-IR: Conforms to reference Melting Point: >220°C (decomposes) Water (KF): ≤3% Solubility: Aqueous Base (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly) Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.