Sulphamethoxazole is a bacteriostatic antibioticum. It has a similar structure as p-aminobenzoic acid and interferes with the synthesis of nucleic acids in sensitive micro-organisms by blocking the conversion of p-aminobenzoic acid to the coenzyme dihydrofolic acid, a reduced form of folic acid.
Storage condition
Store at room temperature
Soluble in ethanol
Hazard statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P305 IF IN EYES:
P351 Rinse continuously with water for several minutes