Properties
Description
Nitrofurantoin, soluble in DMSO and insoluble in ethanol and water, has strong immunosuppressant properties. It targets β-lactam.
Molecular Formula
C8H6N4O5
Solubility
DMSO: 46 mg/mL (193.14 mM); Water: Insoluble; Ethanol: Insoluble
Identity
Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.
Applications
Nitrofurantoin is an antifection inhibitor studied for its ability to treat urinary tract infections by inhibiting bacterial DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis.
