Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
95761-91-4
Standard:
EP,
Cefotiam hexetil ester is a lipophilic prodrug of the broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic cefotiam. Designed to enhance oral bioavailability, it undergoes rapid hydrolysis in vivo to release the active moiety. The chemical formula is C24H28N6O10S2 with CAS No. 67597-08-6.
Strictly contraindicated for patients with known hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or penicillins. Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C protected from light and moisture to maintain stability. Ensure personnel wear appropriate PPE during handling to prevent inhalation or skin contact exposure.