General

Synonyms: (2S,5R,6R)-6-[[(2R)-amino(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetyl]amino]-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid, amosine, amoxa, amoxapen, amoxi, amoxibiotic, amoxicillin, amoxisol, amoxypen, ardine, biomox, bristamox, delacillin, histocillin, sumox, numerous further trade names
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Molecular formula: C₁₆H₁₉N₃O₅S
CAS No: 26787-78-0
EINECS No: 248-003-8

Physical data

Appearance: solid
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Water solubility: soluble

Stability

Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Toxicology

May cause sensitization by skin contact, or lead to allergic reaction. This material is believed to show cross-allergenicity with penicillin.

Toxicity data
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ORL-RAT LD50 > 15000 mg kg^-1
IPR-RAT LD50 2870 mg kg^-1
SCU-RAT LD50 > 8000 mg kg^-1
SCU-MUS LD50 > 20 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
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R42 R43.

Transport information

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Personal protection

Safety glasses. Discontinue use if allergic symptoms develop.

Safety phrases
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S36.

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