D,L-Aminoglutethimide
D,L-Aminogluthethimide is an inhibitor of aromatase and adrenal steroid synthesis that exhibits immunosuppressive and anticancer chemotherapeutic activities. This compound is used to treat breast cancer and Cushing’s disease.
References PubMed ID::http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1885569
Cas No. |
125-84-8 |
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Purity |
≥98% |
Formula |
C13H16N2O2 |
Formula Wt. |
232.28 |
Chemical Name |
3-(4-Aminophenyl)-3-ethyl-2,6-piperidinedione |
IUPAC Name |
3-(4-aminophenyl)-3-ethylpiperidine-2,6-dione |
Synonym |
Aminoglutethimide; Cytadren; Elipten; Orimeten |
Melting Point |
149-150°C |
Solubility |
Soluble in organic solvents except ethyl acetate and ethanol. Insoluble in water. |
Appearance |
White Crystalline Powder |
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