Enrofloxacinium picrate C19H23FN3O3+·C6H2N3O7−
2011

Crystal Structure of Enrofloxacinium Picrate

publication Evidence: high

Author Information

Author(s): Jasinski Jerry P., Butcher Ray J., Siddegowda M. S., Yathirajan H. S., Siddaraju B. P.

Primary Institution: Keene State College

Conclusion

The study presents the crystal structure of enrofloxacinium picrate, revealing its unique molecular interactions and conformation.

Supporting Evidence

  • The study identifies a cation-anion pair in the asymmetric unit of the compound.
  • Strong hydrogen bonds and π–π stacking interactions dominate the crystal packing.
  • The crystal structure was obtained through the interaction of enrofloxacin and picric acid.

Takeaway

This study looks at how a specific antibiotic, enrofloxacin, interacts with another chemical to form a new structure. It helps scientists understand how these compounds fit together.

Methodology

The crystal structure was determined using X-ray diffraction techniques.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S160053681100170X

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