Nitrazepam

• Catalog No.: Bio-0690
• CAS Number: 146-22-5
• M. F.: C15H11N3O3
• M. W.: 281.26614

SYNONYMS

• IUPAC name: 7-nitro-5-phenyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one
• IUPAC Traditional name: 7-nitro-5-phenyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one
• Synonyms: Remnos; Radedorm; Mogadon

DATABASE IDS

• CAS Number: 146-22-5

PROPERTIES

• Application(s): Anticonvulsant
• Application(s): Hypnotic
• Application(s): Tranquilliser
• Application(s): Nitrazepam is a sedative used to treat insomnia
• Application(s): Nitrazepam is in the group of drugs known as benzodiazepines, a class of antidepressants, anti-panic agents, and muscle relaxants
• Mechanism of Action: Benzodiazepine receptor agonist

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