902836-70-8

Basic information

• Product Name: 2-(2,4-DIFLUOROPHENOXY)-5-FLUORO-N-METHYLBENZYLAMINE
• Synonyms: 2-(2,4-DIFLUOROPHENOXY)-5-FLUORO-N-METHYLBENZYLAMINE
• CAS NO: 902836-70-8
• Molecular Formula: C14H12F3NO
• Molecular Weight: 267.2463896
• Mol File: 902836-70-8.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

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• CAS DataBase Reference: 2-(2,4-DIFLUOROPHENOXY)-5-FLUORO-N-METHYLBENZYLAMINE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2-(2,4-DIFLUOROPHENOXY)-5-FLUORO-N-METHYLBENZYLAMINE(902836-70-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2-(2,4-DIFLUOROPHENOXY)-5-FLUORO-N-METHYLBENZYLAMINE(902836-70-8)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 902836-70-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

1-(2-(2,4-Difluorophenoxy)-5-fluorophenyl)-N-methylmethanamine, commonly known as fluoxetine, is a prescription medication classified as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is primarily used to treat various mental health conditions by increasing the levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that regulates mood, in the brain. Fluoxetine is typically administered orally in capsule or liquid form and is generally well-tolerated by most individuals when taken as prescribed.

Uses

Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Fluoxetine is used as an antidepressant for the treatment of major depressive disorder, panic disorder, bulimia nervosa, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It functions by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain, which helps to regulate mood and alleviate symptoms associated with these conditions.