Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Cefotaxime sodium (CAS: 64485-93-4)?
Answer
Cefotaxime sodium is primarily used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and skin infections. It is also employed in hospital settings for infections caused by resistant bacteria. Additionally, it serves as a research compound for studying antibiotic mechanisms and developing new therapeutic strategies.
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