Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
6990-06-3
Standard:
EP10.0,
Fusidic acid is a potent bacteriostatic antibiotic produced via fermentation of Fusidium coccineum. Its chemical structure features a steroid backbone with a fused lactone ring. The molecular formula is C31H48O6, and the CAS registry number is 14627-28-2.
Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to fusidic acid derivatives. Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C protected from light. Medical use requires strict prescription adherence to prevent resistance development.