Appearance and Texture: Cefoxitin Sodium is a white to nearly white powder.
Melting Point: Greater than 160°C.
Boiling Point: 843.4°C at 760 mmHg.
Flash Point: 463.9°C.
Solubility: Completely soluble in water, soluble in methanol, very slightly soluble in ethanol and acetone, insoluble in aliphatic hydrocarbons.
Chemical Properties
Stability: Should be stored in a cool, well-ventilated, and dry warehouse to ensure its stability.
Activity Spectrum: Cefoxitin Sodium has a broad activity spectrum, including both Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria.
Uses and Classification
Uses: Primarily used for scientific research and analytical applications, as well as as a cephalosporin antibiotic drug for the treatment of related infections.
Classification: Cefoxitin Sodium is a cephamycin-type antibiotic, often classified as a second-generation cephalosporin. It exerts antibacterial action by interfering with cell wall synthesis.
