Rifampicin, 500 mg, 500 mg

Rifampicin finds application across laboratory and industrial settings as an antibiotic. It is a semisynthetic derivative of rifamycin B, a polyketide produced by the actinomycete Nocardia mediterranei. Its molecular formula is C37H47N5O10, and it has a molecular weight of 715.7 g/mol. This compound belongs to the rifamycin family, which features a unique structure characterized by a naphthoquinone moiety and a lactone ring. Rifampicin exhibits bacteriostatic activity against various gram-positive bacteria, including Mycobacterium tuberculosis, making it a valuable tool in the treatment of tuberculosis. This product is supplied as 500 mg tablets, ensuring precise dosing and ease of administration.

• CAS Number: 13292-46-1