Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Oxytetracycline (CAS: 79-57-2)?
Answer
Oxytetracycline (CAS: 79-57-2) is primarily used in veterinary medicine to treat bacterial infections in animals. It is also employed in human medicine for conditions like urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, and acne. Additionally, it is used in aquaculture and as a feed additive in livestock to prevent disease and promote growth.
About
CAS No
79-57-2
English Name
Oxytetracycline
Molecular Formula
C22H24N2O9
Molecular Weight
460.4340 g/mol
SMILES
CN([C@@H]1C(=C(C(=O)N)C(=O)[C@@]2([C@H]1[C@@H](O)[C@H]1C(=C2O)C(=O)c2c([C@@]1(C)O)cccc2O)O)O)C
InChIKey
IWVCMVBTMGNXQD-PXOLEDIWSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
