About ()-Sulpiride
()-Sulpiride Synonym: ()-5-(Aminosulfonyl)-N-[(1-ethyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)methyl]-2-methoxybenzamide, ()-N-1-(Ethylpyrrolidin-2-ylmethyl)-2-methoxy-5-sulfamoylbenzamide Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C15H23N3O4SMolecular Weight: 341.43CAS Number: 15676-16-1 form powder color white solubility 45% (w/v) aq 2-hydroxypropyl--cyclodextrin: soluble8.0mg/mL 0.1 M HCl: soluble H2O: slightly soluble ethanol: soluble originator Sanofi Aventis storage temp. 2-8C Gene Information human ... CA1(759), CA2(760), CA4(762), CA5A(763), CA5B(11238), CA9(768), DRD2(1813) Show Fewer Properties Description Reconstitution Solutions may be stored for several days at 4 C. Application ()-Sulpiride was used to study the effect of dopamine D2 receptor signaling on calcium channels in rat pituitary melanotropic cells.47 Biochem/physiol Actions ()-Sulpiride is a D2 dopamine antagonist and an effective treatment for schizophrenia when used in combination with clozapine, a relatively weak D2-dopaminergic antagonist. It is an antipsychotic agent and also exhibits neuroleptic properties but poorly penetrates the central nervous system.45,46 Features and Benefits This compound is also offered as part of Sigmas Library of Pharmacologically Active Compounds (LOPAC), a biologically annotated collection of high-quality, ready-to-screen compounds. This compound was developed by Sanofi Aventis.
FAQs of ()-Sulpiride:
Q: What is the molecular formula of ()-Sulpiride?
A: The molecular formula of ()-Sulpiride is C15H23N3O4S.
Q: What is the primary usage of ()-Sulpiride?
A: ()-Sulpiride is primarily used for its gut motility properties to improve food movement and treat disorders of the stomach and intestines.
Q: What is the melting point of ()-Sulpiride?
A: The melting point of ()-Sulpiride is 178 dec C.
Q: What is the molecular weight of ()-Sulpiride?
A: The molecular weight of ()-Sulpiride is 341.4 grams (g).
Q: Does ()-Sulpiride belong to the class of antipsychotic medications?
A: Yes, ()-Sulpiride belongs to the class of antipsychotic medicines.