Rifampicin is a sparingly soluble (1.4 mg/mL) bacterial protein synthesis inhibiting antibiotic.
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CAS Number
13292-46-1
Molecular Formula
C43H58N4O12
Molecular Weight
822.94
Mechanism of Action
Rifampicin targets prokaryotic DNA dependent RNA polymerases which prevent subsequent RNA transcription and protein translation.
Storage Conditions
Protect from light at -20°C.
Tariff Code
2941.90.5000
Spectrum
Rifampicin is a broad spectrum antibiotic targeting a wide range of gram positive, gram negative, and Mycobacterium species.
Form
Powder
Appearance
Brownish-red crystalline powder
Source
Semi-synthetic: Amycolatopsis Rifamycinica
Impurity Profile
Related Substances:
Rifampicin Quinone: ≤ 1.5%
Single Peak: ≤ 1.0%
Sum of Peaks: ≤ 3.5%
pH
4.5-6.5
Density
≥ 0.7g/cc
Assay
(On Dried Basis): 97.0-102.0%
Loss on Drying
≤1.0%
Residue On Ignition
≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals
≤20 ppm