Fusidic Acid
Fusidic acid CAS NO. 6990-06-3
Fusidic acid is a bacteriostatic antibiotic that is often used topically in creams and eyedrops, but may also be given systemically as tablets or injections. The global problem of advancing antimicrobial resistance has led to a renewed interest in its use recently
Name: Fusidic Acid
Synonyms:Fusidine
Molecular Formula: C31H48O6
Molecular Weight:516.72
CAS:6990-06-3
EINECS:230-256-0
Standard:EP6
| Appearance | A white or almost white Crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water, Freely soluble in alcohol |
| Identification | IR-spectrum; TLC |
| Related substances(HPLC) | Not More Than 2.0% |
| water (K.Fisher) | 1.4%-2.0% |
| Sulfated ash | Not more than 0.2% |
| Assay |
97.5-101.0% calculated to anhydrous substance |
| Residual solvents |
Methanol n.m.t 0.3% Butyl acetate n.m.t 0.1% Butanol n.m.t 0.05% |
| Biological | Not less than 900U/mg, Calculated with reference to the Anhydrous substance |
| water (K.Fisher) | 1.4%-2.0% |
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