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Nafcillin sodium salt (CAS 985-16-0)

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Alternate Names:
6-(2-Ethoxy-1-naphthamido)penicillin sodium salt; Sodium nafcillin
Application:
Nafcillin sodium salt is an antibiotic of the penicillin class that is resistant to beta-lactamase
CAS Number:
985-16-0
Molecular Weight:
436.46
Molecular Formula:
C21H21N2O5S•Na
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Nafcillin sodium salt, an analog of penicillin, is extensively used in scientific research. In microbiology, it is a reference compound for studying bacterial resistance mechanisms, particularly among Staphylococcus species. Researchers delve into how this compound interacts with penicillin-binding proteins and how mutations in these proteins can lead to antibiotic resistance. In the field of analytical chemistry, nafcillin sodium salt is used to develop and validate analytical methods for detecting and quantifying antibiotics in various samples, which is for monitoring antibiotic levels in the environment. Environmental scientists also study the degradation and persistence of nafcillin in water systems to understand the impact of antibiotics on aquatic ecosystems and to develop strategies for the removal of such contaminants. Additionally, it serves as a model compound in studies aimed at improving the efficacy and stability of beta-lactam compounds.


Nafcillin sodium salt (CAS 985-16-0) References

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Nafcillin sodium salt, 1 g

sc-279902
1 g
$73.00