Description
Ofloxacin is a second generation fluoroquinolone antibiotic targeting gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is an analog of nalidixic acid.
Fluoroquinolones are a group of broad-spectrum antibiotics that inhibit DNA synthesis. These antibiotics prevent unwinding of double-stranded DNA by binding DNA gyrase or DNA topoisomerase. By preventing the formation of single-stranded DNA, fluoroquinolones inhibit bacterial replication.
Product Specifications
Ofloxacin
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY GRADE
Formula: C18H20FN3O4
MW: 361.37 g/mol
Storage/Handling: Store at 2-8°C. Product is light sensitive.
PubChem Chemical ID: 4583