Faropenem sodium is a broad spectrum beta-lactam antibiotic belonging to the penem antibiotic class. Faropenem sodium is freely soluble in water (>20mg/mL).

CAS Number

122547-49-3

Molecular Formula

C₁₂H₁₄NO₅S • Na 

Molecular Weight

335.31

Mechanism of Action

β-lactams interfere with PBP (penicillin binding protein) activity involved in the final phase of peptidoglycan synthesis. PBP’s are enzymes which catalyze a pentaglycine crosslink between alanine and lysine residues providing additional strength to the cell wall. Without a pentaglycine crosslink, the integrity of the cell wall is severely compromised and ultimately leads to cell lysis and death. Resistance to β-lactams is commonly due to cells containing plasmid encoded β-lactamases. Like other antibiotics in the penem class, faropenem sodium is highly resistant to β-lactamases and some extended spectrum β-lactamases (ESBLs).

Storage Conditions

-20°C

Tariff Code

2941.90.5000

Spectrum

Faropenem sodium is a broad spectrum antibiotic and has shown to be very effective against anaerobic pathogens known to cause oral infections.

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