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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Ofloxacin, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
General Description
- Ofloxacin is a synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic that is an analog of nalidixic acid
- Ofloxacin can directly interact with pneumococcal autolysin (LytA) at its choline binding domain, thus inhibiting the ability of LytA to degrade the pneumococcal cell wall
- Ofloxacin is racemic and its (S)-enantiomer is levofloxacin
Applications
- Ofloxacin may be used in pharmacokinetic laboratory studies and high-throughput drug screens
- The DNA and protein-binding capabilities of ofloxacin have been studied in the laboratory

Specifications
Specifications
Type | Ofloxacin |
Melting Point | 280.0°C to 275.0°C |
Infrared Spectrum | Authentic |
Loss on Drying | 0.2% max. |
Quantity | 5 g |
Solubility Information | Solubility in water: slightly soluble. |
Formula Weight | 361.37 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | Ofloxacin |
Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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A0444502 | Certificate of Analysis | 02/02/2024 | 455670250,455670050,455670010 |
A0401008 | Certificate of Analysis | 14/12/2022 | 455670250,455670050,455670010 |
A0394089 | Certificate of Analysis | 14/12/2022 | 455670250,455670050,455670010 |
A0397548 | Certificate of Analysis | 14/12/2022 | 455670250,455670050,455670010 |
A0406836 | Certificate of Analysis | 13/12/2022 | 455670250,455670050,455670010 |
Safety and Handling
- Ofloxacin
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