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Cefotaxime  (Synonyms: Cefotaxim; HR-756)

Cat. No.: HY-A0088A Purity: 98.74%
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Cefotaxime, a β-lactamase stable cephalosporin and a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, possesses broad-spectrum antibiotic activity against numerous Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

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CAS No. : 63527-52-6

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    Cefotaxime purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: AMB Express. 2024 Dec 24;14(1):141.  [Abstract]

    Combinational antimicrobial effects between PVB and conventional antibiotics against MRSA ATCC 43,300. TET, Tetracycline. DOX, Doxycycline. E, Erythromycin. AZI, Azithromycin. P, Penicillin. CAZ, Ceftazidime. AMP, Ampicillin. CEZ, Cefazolin. CEF, Cefotaxime. OXA, Oxacillin. CRO, Ceftriaxone. AMK, Amikacin. GEN, Gentamycin, KANA, Kanamycin. TOB, Tobramycin. SPC, Spectinomycin.
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    Description

    Cefotaxime, a β-lactamase stable cephalosporin and a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, possesses broad-spectrum antibiotic activity against numerous Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria[1][2][3][4][2].

    IC50 & Target

    β-lactam

     

    Cellular Effect
    Cell Line Type Value Description References
    S2 IC50
    4.68 mM
    Compound: Cefotaxime
    TP_TRANSPORTER: inhibition of PGF2alpha in OAT2-S2 cells
    TP_TRANSPORTER: inhibition of PGF2alpha in OAT2-S2 cells
    [PMID: 12650826]
    S2 IC50
    800 μM
    Compound: Cefotaxime
    TP_TRANSPORTER: inhibition of Estrone sulfate uptake in OAT3-expressing S2 cells
    TP_TRANSPORTER: inhibition of Estrone sulfate uptake in OAT3-expressing S2 cells
    [PMID: 12005172]
    S2 IC50
    > 2000 μM
    Compound: Cefotaxime
    TP_TRANSPORTER: inhibition of PAH uptake in OAT1-expressing S2 cells
    TP_TRANSPORTER: inhibition of PAH uptake in OAT1-expressing S2 cells
    [PMID: 12005172]
    S2 IC50
    > 5 mM
    Compound: Cefotaxime
    TP_TRANSPORTER: inhibition of PGF2alpha in OAT2-S2 cells
    TP_TRANSPORTER: inhibition of PGF2alpha in OAT2-S2 cells
    [PMID: 12650826]
    In Vitro

    Cefotaxime exhibits an MIC of 0.0625 mg/L for V. vulnificus CMCP6[4].

    MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

    In Vivo

    The combination of ciprofloxacin and cefotaxime is more effective in clearing V. vulnificus in vivo than previously used regimens[4].

    MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

    Animal Model: Female, specific pathogen free, 8-week-old BALB/c mice[4].
    Dosage: 30 mg/kg.
    Administration: IP every 6 h.
    Result: The viable bacterial counts in liver were lower in mice treated with cefotaxime-plus-ciprofloxacin than in those treated with cefotaxime alone (P<0.001 at 24 h and 48 h, each).
    Molecular Weight

    455.47

    Formula

    C16H17N5O7S2

    CAS No.
    Appearance

    Solid

    Color

    White to off-white

    SMILES

    O=C(C(N12)=C(COC(C)=O)CS[C@]2([H])[C@H](NC(/C(C3=CSC(N)=N3)=N\OC)=O)C1=O)O

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    Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

    Storage
    Powder -20°C 3 years
    4°C 2 years
    In solvent -80°C 2 years
    -20°C 1 year
    Solvent & Solubility
    In Vitro: 

    DMSO : 250 mg/mL (548.88 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

    H2O : ≥ 100 mg/mL (219.55 mM)

    *"≥" means soluble, but saturation unknown.

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    Stock Solutions
    Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
    1 mM 2.1955 mL 10.9777 mL 21.9553 mL
    5 mM 0.4391 mL 2.1955 mL 4.3911 mL
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    * Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
    Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.

    * Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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    In Vivo:

    Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

    For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
    To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
    The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

    • Protocol 1

      Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

      Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.57 mM); Clear solution

      This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

      Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

      Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
    • Protocol 2

      Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

      Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.57 mM); Clear solution

      This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

      Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

      Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
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    Working solution concentration: mg/mL
    This product has good water solubility, please refer to the measured solubility data in water/PBS/Saline for details.
    The concentration of the stock solution you require exceeds the measured solubility. The following solution is for reference only.If necessary, please contact MedChemExpress (MCE).
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    Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

    * Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
    Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.

    Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
    H2O / DMSO 1 mM 2.1955 mL 10.9777 mL 21.9553 mL 54.8884 mL
    5 mM 0.4391 mL 2.1955 mL 4.3911 mL 10.9777 mL
    10 mM 0.2196 mL 1.0978 mL 2.1955 mL 5.4888 mL
    15 mM 0.1464 mL 0.7318 mL 1.4637 mL 3.6592 mL
    20 mM 0.1098 mL 0.5489 mL 1.0978 mL 2.7444 mL
    25 mM 0.0878 mL 0.4391 mL 0.8782 mL 2.1955 mL
    30 mM 0.0732 mL 0.3659 mL 0.7318 mL 1.8296 mL
    40 mM 0.0549 mL 0.2744 mL 0.5489 mL 1.3722 mL
    50 mM 0.0439 mL 0.2196 mL 0.4391 mL 1.0978 mL
    60 mM 0.0366 mL 0.1830 mL 0.3659 mL 0.9148 mL
    80 mM 0.0274 mL 0.1372 mL 0.2744 mL 0.6861 mL
    100 mM 0.0220 mL 0.1098 mL 0.2196 mL 0.5489 mL

    * Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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