Description
Metronidazole is a nitroimidazole antibiotic that inhibits DNA synthesis. Metronidazole displays antibacterial and anti-protozoal activities against anaerobic bacteria and protozoa, including species of Clostridium and Trichomonas.
Metronidazole
Product ID M1977
Cas No. 443-48-1
Purity ≥98%
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Product Info
| Cas No. | 443-48-1 |
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| Purity | ≥98% |
| Formula | C6H9N3O3 |
| Formula Wt. | 171.15 |
| Chemical Name | 1-(2-Hydroxy-1-ethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(2-methyl-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)ethanol |
| Synonym | Arilin, Deflamon, Flagyl, Gineflavir, Klion, MetroGel, Trichazol, Vagilen, Zidoval |
| Melting Point | 159-163°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, dilute acids and ethanol. Slightly soluble in DMF. DMSO 34 mg/mL. |
| Appearance | White or yellowish powder |
Shipping and Storage
| Store Temp | Ambient |
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| Ship Temp | Ambient |
Downloads
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References
Cohen SH, Gerding DN, Johnson S, et al. Clinical practice guidelines for Clostridium difficile infection in adults: 2010 update by the society for healthcare epidemiology of America (SHEA) and the infectious diseases society of America (IDSA). Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2010 May;31(5):431-55. PMID: 20307191.
Raether W, Hänel H. Nitroheterocyclic drugs with broad spectrum activity. Parasitol Res. 2003 Jun;90 Supp 1:S19-39. PMID: 12811546.