Methotrexate

• Catalog No.: Bio-0134
• CAS Number: 59-05-2
• M. F.: C20H22N8O5
• M. W.: 454.43928

SYNONYMS

• IUPAC name: (2S)-2-[(4-{[(2,4-diaminopteridin-6-yl)methyl](methyl)amino}phenyl)formamido]pentanedioic acid
• IUPAC Traditional name: (2S)-2-[(4-{[(2,4-diaminopteridin-6-yl)methyl](methyl)amino}phenyl)formamido]pentanedioic acid
• Synonyms: Mexate; Maxtrex; Extexate; Amethopterin; Methylaminopterin

DATABASE IDS

• CAS Number: 59-05-2

PROPERTIES

• Application(s): Antineoplastic and antipsoriatic agent
• Application(s): Used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
• Mechanism of Action: Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor

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