Orlistat CAS96829-58-2 (?)-Tetrahydrolipstatin
Orlistat, with the chemical formula C29H53NO5, has the CAS number 96829-58-2. It is a drug used to treat obesity. Orlistat appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. It has no distinct odor. The basic structure of Orlistat consists of a lipophilic tail and a polar head. This compound is practically insoluble in water. Orlistat is considered safe for use, but it may cause gastrointestinal side effects such as oily spotting, flatulence, and fecal urgency. It works by inhibiting pancreatic lipase, an enzyme that breaks down triglycerides in the intestine, thereby reducing the absorption of dietary fats.
Applicable Fields
Weight Loss: Orlistat is primarily used for weight loss in individuals who are obese or overweight. Its mechanism of action involves reducing the absorption of dietary fats, leading to a decrease in calorie intake and subsequent weight loss.
CAS No. | 96829-58-2 |
Formula | C29H53NO5 |
Molecular Weight | 495.745 |
EINECS | 639-755-1 |
CID | 3034010 |
Density | 0.976 |
Boiling Point | 615.9 oC at 760 mmHg |
Melting Point | <50oC |
Flash Point | 326.3 oC |
Synonyms
(−)-Tetrahydrolipstatin; (-)-TETRAHYDROLIPSTATIN; (1S)-1-{[(2S,3S)-3-hexyl-4-oxooxetan-2-yl]methyl}dodecyl (2S)-2-(formylamino)-4-methylpentanoate; (1S)-1-{[(2S,3S)-3-hexyl-4-oxooxetan-2-yl]methyl}dodecyl N-formyl-L-leucinate; (2S)-1-[(2S)-3-Hexyl-4-oxo-2-oxetanyl]-2-tridecanyl N-formylleucinate;
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