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Lofexidine Hydrochloride

Catalog No. L469390 Name Toronto Research Chemicals
CAS Number 21498-08-8 Website http://www.trc-canada.com
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SYNONYMS

IUPAC name
2-[1-(2,6-dichlorophenoxy)ethyl]-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole hydrochloride
IUPAC Traditional name
lofexidine hydrochloride
Synonyms
Lofetensin
Britlofex
MDL-14042A
Ba-168
2-[1-(2,6-Dichlorophenoxy)ethyl]-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole Hydrochloride
Loxacor

DATABASE IDS

CAS Number 21498-08-8

PROPERTIES

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Apperance Light Yellow Solid
Melting Point >150°C(dec.)
Solubility Ethanol
Solubility Methanol
Solubility Water
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Storage Condition -20°C Freezer

DETAILS

Description (English)
α2-Adrenoceptor agonist related structurally to Clonidine. Used in treatment of opioid withdrawal symptoms; antihypertensive.

REFERENCES

  • Velly, J., et al.: J. Pharmacol., 8, 351 (1977)
  • Jarrot, B., et al.: Biochem. Pharmacol., 28, 141 (1977)
  • Birch, P., at al.: Brit. J. Pharmacol., 68, 107 (1977)