Molekula
Cefadroxil
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Cefadroxil is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as strep throat, urinary tract infections, and skin infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, preventing bacterial growth. Cefadroxil has a CAS number of 50370-12-2, with the molecular formula C16H17N3O5S and a molecular weight of 363.39. It should be stored at ambient conditions and handled with caution, as it carries a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Cefadroxil from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 g — £49.20 per pack ex VAT · £59.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 197 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 47965 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 14064590 |
| CAS Number | 50370-12-2 |
| IUPAC Name | (6R,7R)-7-[[(2R)-2-amino-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetyl]amino]-3-methyl-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 256-555-6 |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3)2CHCH(NHCOOCH2C6H5)COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 363.39 |
| Exact Mass | 363.0889 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(N2[C@@H]([C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)[C@@H](C3=CC=C(C=C3)O)N)SC1)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | BOEGTKLJZSQCCD-UEKVPHQBSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H17N3O5S/c1-7-6-25-15-11(14(22)19(15)12(7)16(23)24)18-13(21)10(17)8-2-4-9(20)5-3-8/h2-5,10-11,15,20H,6,17H2,1H3,(H,18,21)(H,23,24)/t10-,11-,15-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 47965 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419050 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P342+311 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Anhydrous cefadroxil
- Cefadrops
- Cefadroxil anhydrous
- Cefadroxilo
- Cefadroxilum
- Cephadroxil
- D-Cefadroxil
- Duracef
- Duricef
- Ultracef
Frequently asked questions
What is cefadroxil used for?
Cefadroxil is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and urinary tract infections.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cefadroxil?
The chemical formula is C16H17N3O5S, and the molecular weight is 363.39 g/mol.
How should cefadroxil be stored?
Store cefadroxil at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
What grades or purities of cefadroxil does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies cefadroxil in pharmaceutical-grade purity (typically ≥98% HPLC).
Can Molekula supply cefadroxil in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide cefadroxil in bulk quantities (minimum order quantities may apply; contact us for details).
What documentation comes with a cefadroxil order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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