Sulfamethoxazole Powder is a potent antimicrobial agent derived from sulfonamide. It effectively combats a broad spectrum of bacteria by inhibiting dihydrofolic acid synthesis, leading to bacterial cell death. Microbiologists frequently use Sulfamethoxazole Powder to create selective culture media. This media inhibits unwanted bacterial growth while promoting the growth of specific strains for further study.
Sulfamethoxazole Powder is crucial in antimicrobial susceptibility testing. This aids in determining the most effective treatment for bacterial infections. It evaluates bacterial sensitivity to various antibiotics, including Sulfamethoxazole.
In genetic engineering experiments, Sulfamethoxazole Powder serves as a valuable tool. Researchers introduce it into cell cultures to select cells with integrated genetic constructs. They monitor their expression levels. This demonstrates the versatility of Sulfamethoxazole beyond its antimicrobial properties.
Additionally, Sulfamethoxazole Powder plays a pivotal role in studying bacterial resistance mechanisms. Researchers expose bacteria to Sulfamethoxazole to investigate how they develop resistance. They devise strategies to combat antibiotic resistance.
| Cat. Number | AS-2021 |
| CAS Number | 723-46-6 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00010546 |
| Pubchem | 310280385 |
| Molecular Weight | 253.28 g/mol |
| Molecular Formula | C10H11N3O3S |
| Storage Temperature | 4°C |
| Form and Color | Powder to crystalline powder, white to off-white |
| Purity (HPLC) | Min. 98% |
| Loss on Drying | Max. 0.5% |
| FT-IR Spectrum | Corresponds to reference spectrum. |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 20 ppm |
| Melting point | 169 – 172 °C |
| Synonym | 4-Amino-N-(5-methyl-3-isoxazolyl)benzenesulfonamide |
