Pilocarpine HCl

Description

Pilocarpine HCl · CAS 54-71-7 · C11H17ClN2O2. UNII 0WW6D218XJ.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical description & handling notes

• >36.7 [ug/mL] (The mean of the results at pH 7.4)

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• For the treatment of radiation-induced dry mouth (xerostomia) and symptoms of dry mouth in patients with Sjögrens syndrome.
• 2(3H)-Furanone, 3-ethyldihydro-4-[(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methyl]-, hydrochloride (1:1), (3S,4R)-: ACTIVE
• Agents causing contraction of the pupil of the eye. Some sources use the term miotics only for the parasympathomimetics but any drug used to induce miosis is included here.
• Drugs that bind to and activate muscarinic cholinergic receptors (RECEPTORS, MUSCARINIC). Muscarinic agonists are most commonly used when it is desirable to increase smooth muscle tone, especially in the GI tract, urinary bladder and the eye. They may also be used to reduce heart rate.
• Cholinergic Agonists [MoA]; Cholinergic Receptor Agonist [EPC]; Cholinergic Muscarinic Agonists [MoA]
• PILOCARPINE HYDROCHLORIDE OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION

Synonyms

Pilocarpine hydrochloride; 54-71-7; Pilocarpine HCl; Salagen; Pilocarpine monohydrochloride; Sno pilo; Isopto carpine; Vistacarpin N; PILOPINE HS; Pilopine; QLOSI; VUITY; Pilocarpinum muriaticum; 0WW6D218XJ; NSC5746; CHEBI:141029

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Pilocarpine HCl?

CAS 54-71-7; molecular formula C11H17ClN2O2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Pilocarpine HCl known by?

Pilocarpine hydrochloride, 54-71-7, Pilocarpine HCl, Salagen, Pilocarpine monohydrochloride, Sno pilo.

Is Pilocarpine HCl classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H300, H301, H330.

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