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Gatifloxacin (CAS 112811-59-3)

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Alternate Names:
Tequin; AM-1155; 1-cyclopropyl-6-fluoranyl-8-methoxy-7-(3-methylpiperazin-1-yl)-4-oxidanylidene-quinoline-3-carboxylic acid
Application:
Gatifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic and inhibitor of bacterial Topo II (topoismerase II)
CAS Number:
112811-59-3
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
375.4
Molecular Formula:
C19H22FN3O4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Gatifloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, is highly valued for its efficacy in combating various bacterial infections. It belongs to a class of antibiotics known for their broad-spectrum action. It showcases effectiveness against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, making it an invaluable tool in combating a wide range of bacterial strains. In addition to its broad-spectrum nature, gatifloxacin also demonstrates utility in addressing specific mycobacterial infections. The mechanism underlying gatifloxacin′s antibacterial action centers on the inhibition of DNA gyrase, a bacterial enzyme responsible for the replication and transcription of DNA. By impeding this enzyme′s function, gatifloxacin effectively disrupts bacterial replication and transcription processes, ultimately leading to the demise of the bacteria.


Gatifloxacin (CAS 112811-59-3) References

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Gatifloxacin, 1 g

sc-204762
1 g
$62.00

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sc-204762A
5 g
$270.00