Category
Ciprofloxacin
CAS Number
NA
Molecular Formula
C₁₄H₁₂ClNO₄
Molecular Weight
293.7 g/mol
Synonym

1-cyclopropyl-7-chloro-6-methoxy-1,4-dihydro-4-oxo-quinoline-3-carboxylic acid ; Ciprofloxacin Methoxy Analog ; 7-Chloro-1-cyclopropyl-6-methoxy-4-oxo-1,4-dihydroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid

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Ciprofloxacin Mono Methoxy Impurity is a process- or degradation-related impurity of Ciprofloxacin. It forms when a methoxy (–OCH₃) group is introduced at one position of the ciprofloxacin molecule, either during synthesis or storage. Its levels are strictly monitored under pharmaceutical guidelines to ensure drug purity, stability, and safety for patients.