Pefloxacin
Catalog No. A37907

Pefloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that targets DNA gyrase, effectively inhibiting DNA replication. It exhibits significant antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Bacteroides fragilis, with MIC90 values of 0.12, 4, and 16 mg/L, respectively. In addition to its antibacterial properties, Pefloxacin has demonstrated efficacy in reducing Plasmodium yoelii infections and may enhance UVA-induced edema and immunosuppression. This compound is suitable for various infection-related research applications.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A37907 |
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| M. Wt | 333.36 |
| Formula | C17H20FN3O3 |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 70458-92-3 |
| Synonyms | Pefloxacinium |
| SMILES | O=C(C1=CN(CC)C2=C(C=C(F)C(N3CCN(C)CC3)=C2)C1=O)O |
Biological Activity
| Description | Pefloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that targets DNA gyrase, effectively inhibiting DNA replication. It exhibits significant antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Bacteroides fragilis, with MIC90 values of 0.12, 4, and 16 mg/L, respectively. In addition to its antibacterial properties, Pefloxacin has demonstrated efficacy in reducing Plasmodium yoelii infections and may enhance UVA-induced edema and immunosuppression. This compound is suitable for various infection-related research applications. |
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Adooq products are transported at room temperature. If you receive the product at room temperature, please rest assured, the Adooq Quality Inspection Department has conducted experiments to verify that the normal temperature placement of one month will not affect the biological activity of powder products. After collecting, please store the product according to the requirements described in the datasheet. Most Adooq products are stable under the recommended conditions.


