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Catalog Number:
32438
CAS Number:
51-42-3
(-)-Epinephrine (+)-bitartrate salt
Grade:
meets USP specifications
Purity:
97 - 103% (Assay on dry basis)
Synonym(s):
L-Adrenaline bitartrate, L-3,4-Dihydroxy-α-(methylaminomethyl)benzyl alcohol D-hydrogen bitartrate salt
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Store under inert gas.

Synonyms
L-Adrenaline bitartrate, L-3,4-Dihydroxy-α-(methylaminomethyl)benzyl alcohol D-hydrogen bitartrate salt
CAS Number
51-42-3
Purity
97 - 103% (Assay on dry basis)
Grade
meets USP specifications
Molecular Formula
C9H13NO3·C4H6O6
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00035077
PubChem ID
12309655
Melting Point
147 - 152 °C (dec.)
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Optical Rotation
[a]D20 = -50.0 to -53.5 °
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
General Information
Synonyms
L-Adrenaline bitartrate, L-3,4-Dihydroxy-α-(methylaminomethyl)benzyl alcohol D-hydrogen bitartrate salt
CAS Number
51-42-3
Purity
97 - 103% (Assay on dry basis)
Grade
meets USP specifications
Molecular Formula
C9H13NO3·C4H6O6
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00035077
PubChem ID
12309655
Melting Point
147 - 152 °C (dec.)
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Optical Rotation
[a]D20 = -50.0 to -53.5 °
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

(-)-Epinephrine (+)-bitartrate salt is widely utilized in research focused on

  • Medical Applications: Commonly used in emergency medicine, this compound is crucial for treating severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) by quickly reversing airway constriction and improving breathing.
  • Cardiac Resuscitation: In critical care settings, it plays a vital role in cardiac arrest situations, helping to restore heart rhythm and improve blood flow during resuscitation efforts.
  • Asthma Management: This chemical is also found in inhalers for asthma patients, providing rapid relief from bronchospasm and facilitating easier breathing during an asthma attack.
  • Research in Pharmacology: It is extensively studied in pharmacological research to understand its effects on the cardiovascular system, including its role in blood pressure regulation and heart rate modulation.
  • Veterinary Medicine: The compound is used in veterinary practices for similar applications as in humans, particularly in treating anaphylactic shock and cardiac emergencies in animals.

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