Compound Q&A
What is Rifampicin (CAS: 13292-46-1)?
Answer
Rifampicin (CAS: 13292-46-1) is an antibiotic belonging to the rifamycin class. Its chemical formula is C₁₉H₂₉N₃O₁₂. It is a yellow-orange crystalline powder with high solubility in organic solvents. Rifampicin is known for its broad-spectrum antibacterial activity and is commonly used in the treatment of bacterial infections, including tuberculosis.
About
CAS No
13292-46-1
English Name
Rifampicin
Molecular Formula
C43H58N4O12
Molecular Weight
822.95 g/mol
SMILES
CC1C=CC=C(C(=O)NC2=C(C(=C3C(=C2O)C(=C(C4=C3C(=O)C(O4)(OC=CC(C(C(C(C(C(C1O)C)O)C)OC(=O)C)C)OC)C)C)O)O)C=NN5CCN(CC5)C)C
InChIKey
JQXXHWHPUNPDRT-WLSIYKJHSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
