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Sigma-Aldrich

Xylometazoline hydrochloride

Synonym(s):

2-(4-tert-Butyl-2,6-dimethylbenzyl)-2-imidazoline hydrochloride

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C16H24N2 · HCl
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
280.84
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.77

originator

Novartis

SMILES string

CC1=CC(C(C)(C)C)=CC(C)=C1CC2=NCCN2.Cl

InChI

1S/C16H24N2.ClH/c1-11-8-13(16(3,4)5)9-12(2)14(11)10-15-17-6-7-18-15;/h8-9H,6-7,10H2,1-5H3,(H,17,18);1H

InChI key

YGWFCQYETHJKNX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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Biochem/physiol Actions

α-adrenoceptor agonist; imidazoline binding site ligand.

Features and Benefits

This compound was developed by Novartis. To browse the list of other pharma-developed compounds and Approved Drugs/Drug Candidates, click here.

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Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 3 Oral

Storage Class Code

6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Nigel K F Koo Ng et al.
Orbit (Amsterdam, Netherlands), 29(6), 346-347 (2010-12-17)
We report a case of unilateral mydriasis following nasal electrocautery presumed to be the result of retrograde flow of adrenaline and/or xylometazoline hydrochloride (Otrivine) through the nasolacrimal duct into the eye. We review the literature and highlight the importance of
Prasun Mishra et al.
European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 270(1), 117-121 (2012-03-20)
During nasal endoscopy it is essential to have proper visualization of structures with minimal discomfort to patient and surgeon. For this it is essential that the nose is well prepared before the procedure. The main objective of the study is
Jacek Sein Anand et al.
Przeglad lekarski, 66(6), 290-292 (2009-10-01)
The aim of our study was to present cases of misuse of different substances theoretically without abuse potential. In the last few years such behavior became an increasing problem in toxicological and emergency units. Lack of typical signs of intoxication
Catherine E Rennie et al.
International forum of allergy & rhinology, 1(2), 128-135 (2012-01-31)
This study quantifies the time-varying flow rate during inspiration at rest and in sniffing, both predecongestion and postdecongestion. It aims to provide a better understanding of nasal airflow mechanics, for application to the physiological modeling of nasal respiration and to
Katarzyna Korzeniowska et al.
Przeglad lekarski, 69(10), 1168-1169 (2013-02-21)
The article describes the case of 34-years old man, who has used nasal drops with xylomethazoline for three years. Health consequence of uncontrolled use of the drops and treatment were prescribed. Described problem confirms the need of physicians and pharmacists

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