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Catalog Number:
38173
CAS Number:
58-14-0
Pyrimethamine
Purity:
≥ 98% (Assay by titration, HPLC)
Synonym(s):
5-(4-Chlorophenyl)-6-ethyl-2,4-pyrimidinediamine
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Product Information
Synonyms
5-(4-Chlorophenyl)-6-ethyl-2,4-pyrimidinediamine
CAS Number
58-14-0
Purity
≥ 98% (Assay by titration, HPLC)
Molecular Formula
C12H13ClN4
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00057350
PubChem ID
4993
Melting Point
239 - 243 °C
Appearance
White to almost white powder to crystal
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
General Information
Synonyms
5-(4-Chlorophenyl)-6-ethyl-2,4-pyrimidinediamine
CAS Number
58-14-0
Purity
≥ 98% (Assay by titration, HPLC)
Molecular Formula
C12H13ClN4
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00057350
PubChem ID
4993
Melting Point
239 - 243 °C
Appearance
White to almost white powder to crystal
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
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Applications

Pyrimethamine is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Antimalarial Treatment: It is primarily used in the treatment and prevention of malaria, especially in combination with other medications like sulfadoxine. This dual therapy enhances efficacy and reduces resistance.
  • Antiparasitic Applications: Beyond malaria, it is effective against other parasitic infections such as toxoplasmosis, making it valuable in both human and veterinary medicine.
  • Research in Drug Development: Pyrimethamine serves as a model compound in pharmaceutical research, helping scientists develop new antimalarial drugs and study drug resistance mechanisms.
  • Veterinary Medicine: It is used in treating certain parasitic infections in animals, particularly in livestock and pets, ensuring animal health and productivity.
  • Synergistic Studies: Researchers explore its interactions with other drugs to improve treatment protocols, providing insights into combination therapies that can enhance patient outcomes.

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