Norfloxacin Base

Norfloxacin Base is presented as a white or nearly white crystalline powder, odorless and stable under ambient conditions. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and methanol. This compound belongs to the fluoroquinolone class, a group of synthetic antibacterial agents widely used in pharmaceutical research and development.

Applications:

1. Pharmaceutical Industry:

   • Used in the formulation of antibacterial medications for treating urinary, gastrointestinal, and respiratory infections.
   • Studies on bacterial resistance and the development of new antimicrobial therapies.

2. Scientific Research:

   • Microbiology research to understand the mechanisms of fluoroquinolone action.
   • Development of enhanced or combination drug formulations.

3. Animal Health:

   • Active ingredient in veterinary formulations for treating bacterial infections in animals.