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Imipenem monohydrate, 95%
Description
Imipenem monohydrate is a broad spectrum B-lactam antibiotic.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
General Description
- Imipenem monohydrate is a beta-lactam derived from the compound thienamycin, produced by Streptomyces cattleya
- Disrupts cell wall integrity, preventing cell division and promoting lysis by interfering with the activity of penicillin binding proteins
- Imipenem is a third-generation cephalosporin that can kill both gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria
Applications
- Suitable for the study of antibiotic resistance
- High-quality, laboratory grade for use in vitro experiments
Specifications
Specifications
| Type | Imipenem Monohydrate |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Melting Point | 193°C to 198°C |
| Color | White |
| Quantity | 5 mg |
| Flash Point | >110°C (230°F) |
| Boiling Point | 567°C |
| Merck Index | 14,4919 |
| Synonym | Primaxin; Tienam |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water at 5mg/mL |
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Safety and Handling
| EINECSNumber | 264-734-5 |
| RTECSNumber | CL5446516 |
| TSCA | No |
| storageNote1 | −30° to −10°C |
| Recommended Storage | Store at -20°C |
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