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E5156

Sigma-Aldrich

Epinastine hydrochloride

≥98% (HPLC), solid

Synonym(s):

9,13b-Dihydro-1H-dibenz[cf]imidazo[1,5-a]azepine hydrochloride, WAL-801Cl

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
C16H15N3 · HCl
CAS Number:
108929-04-0
Molecular Weight:
285.77
MDL number:
MFCD00933434
UNSPSC Code:
12352200
PubChem Substance ID:
24894608
NACRES:
NA.77

Assay

≥98% (HPLC)

form

solid

storage condition

desiccated

color

white

solubility

H2O: 38 mg/mL

originator

Boehringer Ingelheim

storage temp.

2-8°C

SMILES string

Cl[H].NC1=NCC2N1c3ccccc3Cc4ccccc24

InChI

1S/C16H15N3.ClH/c17-16-18-10-15-13-7-3-1-5-11(13)9-12-6-2-4-8-14(12)19(15)16;/h1-8,15H,9-10H2,(H2,17,18);1H

InChI key

VKXSGUIOOQPGAF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Gene Information

human ... HRH1(3269)

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General description

Epinastine has antihistamine functions. In mast cells, it may modulate cytokine and chemokine production. In dendritic cells, it controls T helper cell mediated immune response. Epinastine hydrochloride does not traverse the brain barrier. Oral dosage of epinastine hydrochloride is prescribed for children with sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and nasal inflammation. Ophthalmic solution of epinastine is effective for allergic conjunctivitis.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Epinastine hydrochloride is a non-sedating H1 histamine receptor antagonist.

Features and Benefits

This compound is featured on the Histamine Receptors page of the Handbook of Receptor Classification and Signal Transduction. To browse other handbook pages, click here.
This compound was developed by Boehringer Ingelheim. To browse the list of other pharma-developed compounds and Approved Drugs/Drug Candidates, click here.

Pictograms

Skull and crossbones
GHS06

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H301

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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Inhibition of angiogenic factor production from murine mast cells by an antiallergic agent (epinastine hydrochloride) in vitro
Asano K, et al.
Mediators of Inflammation, 2008 (2008)
The Effectiveness of Epinastine Hydrochloride for Pediatric Sleep-Disordered Breathing Related Symptoms Caused By Hyperesthetic Non-Infectious Rhinitis
Hara H, et al.
Otolaryngology, 4(150), 2-2 (2013)
Population pharmacokinetics of epinastine, a histamine H1 receptor antagonist, in adults and children
Sarashina A, et al.
British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, 59(1), 43-53 (2005)
Influence of epinastine hydrochloride, an H1-receptor antagonist, on the function of mite allergen-pulsed murine bone marrow-derived dendritic cells in vitro and in vivo
Oshima KZ, et al.
Mediators of Inflammation, 2009 (2009)
Halifu Yilinuer et al.
Archives of dermatological research, 302(1), 19-26 (2009-11-26)
The itch-scratch cycle aggravates chronic inflammatory skin diseases. We have previously reported that mice begin to scratch themselves within several minutes after skin-scratching stimulation. This is associated with an increase in release of substance P (SP) from sensory nerve fibers
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