MOXIFLOXACIN hydrochloride, 1g vial [Sigma-PHR1542]
Valid Article
MOXIFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE
Reserved for TB culture programmes.
Definition
Antimycobacterial used for drug susceptibility testing of M. tuberculosis complex.
Synonym
1-Cyclopropyl-6-fluoro-1,4-dihydro-8-methoxy-7-[(4aS,7aS)-octahydro-6H-pyrrolo[3,4-b]pyridin-6- yl]-4-oxo-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid hydrochloride
Specifications
Technical specifications
- Powder
- Form: crystalline
- Colour: colourless
- Formula: C21H24FN3O4· HCl
- CAS n: 186826-86-8
- Molecular weight: 437,89 g/mol
Packaging & Labelling
1g vial
Instructions for use
- Always follow Standard Operations Procedures for the preparation of the stock solution and the working solution.
- The drug working solution is added to the medium during preparation (agar or LJ) or prior to inoculation (MGIT broth tubes).
Storage
- Store in a cool place at room temperature (check manufacturer recommendations)
- Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
- Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Waste management
Substance with hazardous characteristics. Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.
Detailed hazard and precautionary information can be found in the safety data sheet (SDS).
Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008
Check manufacturer recommendations
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment — Chronic hazard category 3, H412
- Eye irritation, hazard category 2, H319
- Acute toxicity, oral, hazard category 4, H302
Signal Word
Warning
H302 | Harmful if swallowed |
H319 | Causes serious eye irritation |
H412 | Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
P270 | Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P264 | Wash … thoroughly after handling |
P273 | Avoid release to the environment |
P280 | Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection |
P301 + P312 | IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel |
P305 + P351 + P338 | IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing |
MSF requirements
Moxifloxacin is part of the second line drugs used against M. tuberculosis complex. The test is performed to investigate resistance of the mycobacteria to this antibiotic.It can be used for liquid and solid cultures.