CAS · 2058-46-0
Product Overview
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride is a high-purity veterinary-medicine supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.
Product Specifications
| Grade | EP 10.0 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow, crystalline powder, hygroscopic |
| Assay (anhydrous substance) | 94.5% to 102% |
| Identification | B. HPLC C. Colour reaction with sulfuric acid D. Reaction of chlorides |
| Light absorbing impurities | Absorption at 430 nm: 0.50 max Absorption at 490 nm: 0.20 max |
| pH | 2.3 to 2.9 |
| Water | 2% max |
| Impurity A | 0.5% max |
| Impurity B | 1.0% max |
| Impurity C | 2.0% max |
| Impurity D | 0.2% max |
| Impurity E | 0.2% max |
| Impurities D, E and F (combined) | 1.0% max |
| Any other impurity | 0.1% max |
| Total impurities | 3.5% max |
| Sulphated ash | 0.2% max |
Applications
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride is a broad-spectrum tetracycline antibiotic widely used to treat bacterial infections in humans, animals, and plants. In human medicine, it is prescribed for respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, certain sexually transmitted diseases, and rickettsial infections. In veterinary practice, it is employed to prevent and treat bacterial diseases in livestock, poultry, and aquaculture. In agriculture, it is applied to control bacterial plant diseases such as fire blight in fruit trees. Additionally, it is used in microbiological research as a selective agent to inhibit bacterial growth in culture media.
Benefits
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride offers strong activity against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, as well as atypical organisms like chlamydiae and mycoplasmas. Its proven effectiveness and well-established safety profile make it a dependable choice for both medical and veterinary use. The drug's stability and ease of formulation enable versatile delivery forms, including oral, topical, and injectable preparations. In agriculture, its targeted application helps protect crop health and improve yield. Its affordability and wide availability further enhance its value in healthcare and food production systems.
Conclusion
Oxytetracycline hydrochloride remains a cornerstone antibiotic with important roles in medicine, veterinary care, agriculture, and research. Its broad-spectrum activity, versatility, and cost-effectiveness ensure its continued relevance, although prudent use is essential to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance and preserve its effectiveness for future applications.
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