LevofloxacinLevaquin, Cravit, Tavanic, Fluoroquinolone, (-)-Ofloxacin
Description
Levofloxacin ((-)-Ofloxacin) is a synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic that inhibits the superhelical activity of bacterial DNA rotamase and prevents DNA replication. Levofloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used for the treatment of a wide range of bacterial infections.
Molecular Formula
C18H20FN3O4
Smiles
O=C1C=2C3=C(C(=C(F)C2)N4CCN(C)CC4)OC[C@H](C)N3C=C1C(O)=O
Storage
Powder: -20℃ for 3 years. In solvent: -80℃ for 1 year.
Solubility Information
DMSO: 12.5 mg/mL (34.59 mM)Ethanol: 2 mg/mL (5.5 mM)H2O: 9 mg/mL (24.9 mM)