Doxycycline hyclate is a semisynthetic tetracycline antibiotic and is freely soluble in aqueous solution (50 mg/mL).
CAS Number
24390-14-5
Molecular Formula
C22H24N2O8 · HCl · 0.5H2O · 0.5C2H6O
Molecular Weight
512.94
Mechanism of Action
Tetracyclines pass the cell membrane and bind to the 30S ribosomal subunit interfering with the tRNA/mRNA interaction and ultimately inhibiting protein synthesis.
Storage Conditions
2-8°C
Tariff Code
2941.30.0000
Spectrum
Doxycycline hyclate is a broad spectrum antibiotic primarily targeting bacteria responsible for causing respiratory infections including Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae. Doxycycline has been found to be effective against certain β-lactam resistant strains of VRE or vancomycin resistant Enterococcus; a glycopeptide antibiotic resistant "superbug."
Form
Powder
Appearance
Yellow crystalline powder
Source
Streptomyces peucetius
Water Content (Karl Fisher)
1.4-2.8%
pH
2.0-3.0
Impurities
Methacycline: Not more than 2.0%
6-epidoxycycline: Not more than 2.0%
Other impurities: Not more than 0.5%