Compound Q&A
What is Cefotaxime sodium (CAS: 64485-93-4)?
Answer
Cefotaxime sodium is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It has the chemical formula C16H16N4O7S2Na and is known for its broad spectrum of activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It is typically administered intravenously or intramuscularly and is widely used in clinical settings for its effectiveness and safety profile.
About
CAS No
64485-93-4
English Name
Cefotaxime sodium
Molecular Formula
C16H16N5NaO7S2
Molecular Weight
477.5 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)OCC1=C(N2C(C(C2=O)NC(=O)C(=NOC)C3=CSC(=N3)N)SC1)C(=O)[O-].[Na+]
InChIKey
AZZMGZXNTDTSME-JUZDKLSSSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07