Gatifloxacin

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Description

A fluoroquinolone that has an 8-methoxy group, which contributes to its selectivity as an antibacterial.

Specifications

Product ID	G0278
Product Name	Gatifloxacin
Chemical Name	1-Cyclopropyl-6-fluoro-1,4-dihydro-8-methoxy-7-(3-methyl-1-piperazinyl)-4-oxo-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid
Synonym	Tequin
Formula Wt.	375.39
Melting Point	162^oC
Purity	≥98%
Solubility	Soluble in water (40-60 mg/mL) at a pH of 2 to 5.
Store Temp	Ambient
Ship Temp	Ambient
References	Fukuda, H., Kishii, R., Takei, M., Hosaka, M. Antimicrob Agents Chemother. 45:1645-53 (2001).