CAS: 110548-07-7

Ofloxacin Q acid is a quinolone analog, which is a synthetic derivative known for its significant antibacterial properties. This compound is sourced from the chemical synthesis of fluoroquinolone derivatives, designed to enhance reactivity and efficacy in pharmaceutical applications. Ofloxacin Q acid acts by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes critical for DNA replication, transcription, and repair, thereby leading to the cessation of bacterial growth and replication. The primary usage of Ofloxacin Q acid is in the development and study of antibacterial agents. Its capacity to inhibit crucial bacterial enzymes makes it an essential component in the research and development of therapies aimed at treating bacterial infections. The compound's stability under acidic conditions and its ability to resist bacterial mutations further emphasize its potential as a subject in pharmaceutical research. This makes Ofloxacin Q acid a valuable tool in understanding bacterial resistance mechanisms and designing next-generation antibacterial drugs.

Applications (3R)-9,10-Difluoro-2,3-dihydro-3-methyl-7-oxo-7H-pyrido[1,2,3-de]-1,4-benzoxazine-6-carboxylic Acid is an intermediate in the synthesis of Ofloxacin (O245750), an fluorinated quinolone based antibacterial agent. References Mitscher, L. A., et la.: J. Med. Chem., 30, 2283 (1987);