Ofloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic present as a racemic mixture. Levofloxacin, S-isomer of ofloxacin, shows a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Catalog Number
CSVD0115
Storage Condition
2-8 °C
Use for
HPLC
CAS
82419-36-1
Molecular Formula
C18H20FN3O4
Molecular Weight
361.37
Appearance
Off-White Solid
Melting Point
270-275°C
Boiling Point
571.5±50.0 °C (Predicted)
Density
1.2688 (estimate)
Purity
98.0+% (HPLC)(mixture of isomers)
Compound
Ofloxacin
Solubility
1 M NaOH: soluble 50mg/mL
Form
neat
Pka
5.19±0.40(Predicted)
Water Solubility
Soluble in acetic acid or water. Slightly soluble in methanol