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Overview
Cefoxitin sodium is a semi-synthetic cephamycin antibiotic derived from Streptomyces lactamdurans. It features a stable beta-lactam ring with a methoxy group at the 7-alpha position, conferring high resistance to beta-lactamases. The compound is manufactured via enzymatic conversion of cephalosporin C followed by chemical modification.
Application
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities for sterile injectable solutions
- Hospital pharmacy compounding units and automated dispensing systems
- Veterinary clinical laboratories requiring broad-spectrum antimicrobial agents
Precautions
- Storage: Maintain temperature between 2°C and 8°C; protect from light and moisture
- Handling: Use in controlled environments with relative humidity below 45%
- Maintenance: Regularly calibrate storage monitoring sensors and inspect packaging integrity