Cloxacillin Benzathine appears as a white, crystalline, odorless powder that is slightly soluble in water and stable at room temperature under normal storage conditions. It is a semi-synthetic derivative of penicillin, characterized by its antibacterial action against Gram-positive bacteria producing beta-lactamases.
Applications:
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Pharmaceutical Industry:
- Used in the formulation of long-acting injectable antibiotics for treating bacterial infections, such as penicillin-resistant staphylococcal infections.
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Microbiology Research:
- Applied in studies on bacterial resistance mechanisms and drug-pathogen interactions.
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Animal Health:
- Incorporated into veterinary formulations for the treatment of bacterial infections in livestock and domestic animals.
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Drug Stability and Release:
- The Benzathine form ensures prolonged release of the active ingredient, enhancing the efficacy of single-dose treatments.