Doxycyline hyclate

Doxycyline hyclate

Doxycycline hydrochloride hemiethanolate hemihydrate; Vibramycin; Doxycycline hydrochloride; Doxycycline HCl

CAS 24390-14-5

Chemical Formula C₂₂H₂₄N₂O₈•HCl•½C₂H₆O (ethanol hemihydrate form)

Molecular Weight 512.94 g/mol

Doxycycline hyclate is a broad-spectrum antibiotic commonly used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin conditions like acne, and certain sexually transmitted infections. It is also used in the prevention and treatment of malaria and some tick-borne illnesses. Doxycycline belongs to the tetracycline class of antibiotics and works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis.

Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Broad-spectrum antibiotic: Doxycycline Hyclate is a tetracycline-class antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin infections, sexually transmitted diseases, and certain types of acne.
  • Antimalarial adjunct: Used as a prophylactic treatment for malaria, especially in areas with chloroquine-resistant strains, either alone or in combination with other antimalarial drugs.
  • Treatment for zoonotic and atypical infections: Effective against diseases such as Lyme disease, brucellosis, rickettsial infections (like Rocky Mountain spotted fever), and Q fever. It is preferred for infections caused by atypical organisms like Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, and Rickettsia.
  • Anti-inflammatory agent: Used off-label in dermatology (e.g., for rosacea) due to its anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce skin redness and swelling.
  • Oral and parenteral formulations: Doxycycline Hyclate is formulated in tablets, capsules, syrups, and injections for both acute and long-term use depending on the infection.

2. Animal Healthcare

  • Antibiotic in livestock and poultry: Used to prevent and treat respiratory, gastrointestinal, and reproductive infections in animals such as cattle, poultry, swine, and sheep. Helps improve overall herd/flock health and productivity.
  • Aquaculture medication: Used to treat bacterial infections in fish farming (aquaculture), helping maintain healthy stock and prevent disease outbreaks in commercial operations.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 95% (typical pharmaceutical grade > 98%)
Appearance Yellow to light yellow crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point 201–205 °C (with decomposition)
Density Not well defined; approx. 1.5 g/cm³ (estimated for solid)
Solubility Soluble in water (50 mg/mL at 25 °C), slightly soluble in ethanol
Viscosity Not applicable (solid powder)
Flash Point Not applicable (non-volatile solid)

Hazard Symbols

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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Doxycyline hyclate?
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4. How can I ensure the quality of Doxycyline hyclate supplied by Multichem?                      
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.