Faropenem sodium is an ultra-broad spectrum, β-lactam antibiotic belonging to the penem class. It is notable for its resistance to β-lactamase enzymes, which makes it effective against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including many that are resistant to other antibiotics. Faropenem sodium is also effective against anaerobic bacteria, particularly those responsible for oral infections. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Beta-lactams and Carbapenems. Its therapeutic use is listed as anti-infectives, antibacterials and antibiotics. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Furopenem and Fropenum sodium. Its PubChem CID is 23663972.
Faropenem sodium
| CAS No | 122547-49-3 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C12H14NNaO5S |
| Molecular Weight | 307.30 g/mol |
| Synonyms | sodium (5R,6S)-6-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-7-oxo-3-[(2R)-oxolan-2-yl]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylate |
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Faropenem sodium is an ultra-broad spectrum, β-lactam antibiotic belonging to the penem class. It is notable for its resistance to β-lactamase enzymes, which makes it effective against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including many that are resistant to other antibiotics.
The listed CAS number is 122547-49-3.
The listed molecular formula is C12H14NNaO5S.
The listed molecular weight is 307.30 g/mol.
sodium (5R,6S)-6-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-7-oxo-3-[(2R)-oxolan-2-yl]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylate.
The source lists Furopenem and Fropenum sodium.