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Description
Rifamycin SV inhibits selective (E. coli, B. subtilis) bacterial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase by binding to the polymerase β-subunit, a mechanism similar to rifabutin. It acts as a selective cytochrome P450 3A4 inducer. It has limited oral absorption. It is active against Gram-positive bacteria and is moderately active against Gram-negative organisms.
- Used to study potential genes, such as rif15 and rif16, which may be involved in the conversion of rifamycin SV into rifamycin B
- Potential treatment for traveler’s diarrhea (TD), Clostridium difficile-associated disease (CDAD) and rheumatoid knee synovitis
- It is used in electron spin resonance studies
Specifications
Specifications
| Quantity | 250 mg |
| Solubility Information | Ethanol: soluble (50mg/mL) |
| Formula Weight | 719.8 |
| Physical Form | Powder |
Safety and Handling
| Recommended Storage | +4°C. Store under nitrogen. Protect from light. |
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