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Catalog Number:
32508
CAS Number:
54-71-7
Pilocarpine hydrochloride
Grade:
Meets USP/EP testing specifications
Purity:
98 - 102% (Assay)
Synonym(s):
(3S,4R)-4,5-Dihydro-3-ethyl-4-(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-ylmethyl)-2(3H)-furanone hydrochloride, 3-Ethyl-4-[(1-methyl-5-imidazolyl)methyl]tetrahydrofuran-2-one hydrochloride
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Product Information
Synonyms
(3S,4R)-4,5-Dihydro-3-ethyl-4-(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-ylmethyl)-2(3H)-furanone hydrochloride, 3-Ethyl-4-[(1-methyl-5-imidazolyl)methyl]tetrahydrofuran-2-one hydrochloride
CAS Number
54-71-7
Purity
98 - 102% (Assay)
Grade
Meets USP/EP testing specifications
Molecular Formula
C11H16N2O2·HCl
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00012722
PubChem ID
120104
Melting Point
201 - 203 °C
Appearance
White or almost white crystalline powder or colorless crystals
Optical Rotation
[a]D20 = 88.5 - 91.5 °
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
(3S,4R)-4,5-Dihydro-3-ethyl-4-(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-ylmethyl)-2(3H)-furanone hydrochloride, 3-Ethyl-4-[(1-methyl-5-imidazolyl)methyl]tetrahydrofuran-2-one hydrochloride
CAS Number
54-71-7
Purity
98 - 102% (Assay)
Grade
Meets USP/EP testing specifications
Molecular Formula
C11H16N2O2·HCl
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00012722
PubChem ID
120104
Melting Point
201 - 203 °C
Appearance
White or almost white crystalline powder or colorless crystals
Optical Rotation
[a]D20 = 88.5 - 91.5 °
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Pilocarpine hydrochloride is widely utilized in research focused on

  • Ophthalmology: It is commonly used to treat glaucoma by reducing intraocular pressure, making it essential for eye care professionals.
  • Salivary gland stimulation: This compound is effective in treating dry mouth conditions, such as xerostomia, particularly in patients undergoing radiation therapy or with Sjögren's syndrome.
  • Pharmacological studies: Researchers use pilocarpine hydrochloride to investigate its effects on cholinergic receptors, aiding in the understanding of various neurological conditions.
  • Animal studies: It is employed in veterinary medicine to stimulate salivation in animals, providing a practical solution for certain health issues.
  • Drug formulation: The compound is often included in formulations for controlled drug delivery systems due to its favorable pharmacokinetic properties.

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