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Erythromycin Oxime (CAS 13127-18-9)

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Alternate Names:
Erythromycin A Oxime; Roxithromycin Impurity C; 9-Erythromycin 9-Oxime
Application:
Erythromycin Oxime is a metabolite of Roxithromycin and intermediate of Azithromycin
CAS Number:
13127-18-9
Purity:
≥93%
Molecular Weight:
748.94
Molecular Formula:
C37H68N2O13
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Erythromycin A Oxime (Roxithromycin) functions as a protein synthesis inhibitor by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit of bacteria. This binding prevents the translocation of tRNA, thereby inhibiting the synthesis of proteins essential for bacterial growth. The chemical′s mode of action involves interfering with the peptide transferase activity of the ribosome, leading to the inhibition of protein synthesis. This disruption ultimately results in the bacteriostatic effect of Erythromycin A Oxime (Roxithromycin) on susceptible bacteria. The chemical′s interaction with the ribosomal subunit prevents the formation of functional 70S initiation complexes, further contributing to its inhibitory effect on bacterial protein synthesis. Erythromycin A Oxime (Roxithromycin) plays a role in disrupting bacterial protein synthesis through its specific binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit, ultimately inhibiting bacterial growth.


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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Erythromycin Oxime, 10 mg

sc-207633
10 mg
$92.00

Erythromycin Oxime, 100 mg

sc-207633A
100 mg
$194.00

Erythromycin Oxime, 250 mg

sc-207633B
250 mg
$326.00

Erythromycin Oxime, 1 g

sc-207633C
1 g
$663.00