Semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic; related to Erythromycin A. Antibacterial.
Melting Point: 116-119°C
Solubility: Chloroform
Method for Determining Identity:Proton NMR Spectrometric and Mass Spectroscopic analysis
TLC Conditions:SiO2; Dichloromethane: Methanol: NH4OH; 7:1:0.1; Visualized with AMCS and KMnO4; Single spot Rf=0.40.
Storage and Stability:May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
