Formula: C38H69NO13
Formula Weight: 747.95
CAS No.: 81103-11-9
Biochem/physiol Actions: Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic. It prevents bacterial growth by interfering with protein synthesis. Clarithromycin is an acid-stable version of erythromycin and is particularly effective against gram-negative bacteria.1 It has a short half-life2, however its metabolite, 14-hydroxy clarithromycin is nearly twice as active as clarithromycin against certain bacteria.3
Grade: certified reference material
Packaging: pkg of 500 mg
Pharmacopeia Traceability: traceable to BP 833