Cat Number: API2058460

Oxytetracycline HCL

CAS Number

2058-46-0

Synonyms

Biosolvomycin;
Engemycin;
Oxamycen;
Terramycin hydrochloride;
Bisolvomycin;
Dalimycin;
Unimycin

Description

Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride is the hydrochloride salt form of oxytetracycline, a tetracycline derivative produced by Streptomyces rimosus exhibiting antimicrobial activity. Oxytetracycline hydrochloride interferes with binding of aminoacyl-tRNA to the mRNA-ribosome complex, thereby preventing peptide elongation and inhibiting protein synthesis. It is often used to treat skin conditions.

Molecular Formula

C22H24N2O9.ClH

EINECS

218-161-2

Appearance

odorless fluffy yellow solid or yellow powder

Boiling Point

839.6℃ at 760 mmHg

Density, g/cm3

1.71

Melting Point

198-202℃