Methylthiouracil Méthylthiouracile Metiltiouracilo
Methylthiouracil is an antithyroid preparation. It is a thioamide, closely related to propylthiouracil.
The drug acts to decrease the formation of stored thyroid hormone, as thyroglobulin in the thyroid gland.
The clinical effects of the drug to treat the hyperthyroid state can have a lag period of up to two weeks, depending on the stores of thyroglobulin and other factors.
Formula |
C5H6N2OS |
Molecular weight |
142.18 |
EINECS |
200-252-3 |
CAS RN |
56-04-2 |
CAS Name |
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Synonyms: |
4-Hydroxy-2-mercapto-6-methylpyrimidine;6-Methyl-2-sulfanylidene-1H-pyrimidin-4-one; 6-Methyl-2-thiouracil;Antibason;Thimecil |
Minimum assay |
min.99% |
Minimum stability |
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Form |
White crystalline powder |
Solubility |
Slightly soluble |
Application |
Medication used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. |
Melting point ca. |
ca. 300 C |
Boiling point ca. |
351 |
Density g/cm3 (20°C) |
1.519 g/cm3 |
Refractive index |
n/a |
Flash point |
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Stability |
Stability Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, iodine, metals. |
Percent Composition |
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Packaging |
plastic bag,flouride bottle,fiber drums,plastic drums |
Delivery Time |
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Storage |
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Hormones and antibiotics room. |
Transport information |
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