Compound Q&A
How is Azithromycin hydrate (CAS: 117772-70-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
Azithromycin hydrate is synthesized through a multi-step process involving a key intermediate, 15-deoxy-15-methylerythromycin A. The synthesis typically requires the use of appropriate catalysts and solvents, with high selectivity and yield. Common methods include chemical derivatization and enzymatic modifications followed by purification steps.
About
CAS No
117772-70-0
English Name
Azithromycin hydrate
Molecular Formula
C38H76N2O14
Molecular Weight
749 g/mol
SMILES
CCC1C(C(C(N(CC(CC(C(C(C(C(C(=O)O1)C)OC2CC(C(C(O2)C)O)(C)OC)C)OC3C(C(CC(O3)C)N(C)C)O)(C)O)C)C)C)O)(C)O.O.O
InChIKey
MQTOSJVFKKJCRP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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