Dexamethasone CAS#50-02-2
Anti-inflammatory Properties: Dexamethasone is highly effective in reducing inflammation, providing relief from symptoms related to various inflammatory conditions.
Combination Therapy: It is typically used alongside other medications, enhancing therapeutic outcomes and ensuring a more comprehensive approach to patient care.
Versatility in Treatment: Dexamethasone’s anti-toxic and anti-allergic properties make it useful for treating a wide range of conditions, including allergies and autoimmune disorders.
Symptom Management: While not a cure, dexamethasone effectively suppresses the inflammatory response, making it invaluable for managing symptoms in various diseases.
Dexamethasone is a widely utilized drug in clinical settings, known for its effectiveness in treating various conditions. It is typically used in combination with other medications to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes. This corticosteroid offers anti-inflammatory, anti-toxic, and anti-allergic properties, making it valuable in managing symptoms related to inflammation.
However, it is important to note that dexamethasone does not cure the underlying disease; rather, it works by alleviating or suppressing the inflammatory response. Therefore, it should not be used as a stand-alone treatment. Clinicians often prescribe it alongside other drugs to enhance its effectiveness and ensure a comprehensive approach to patient care. This combined treatment strategy is crucial to achieving the best possible results while managing the condition effectively.
Parameters
Melting point | 262-264 °C (lit.) |
alpha | 75 º (c=1, dioxane) |
Boiling point | 568.2±50.0 °C(Predicted) |
density | 1.1283 (estimate) |
refractive index | 76 ° (C=1, Dioxane) |
Fp | 9℃ |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
solubility | ethanol: 1 mg/mL |
form | |
pka | 12.13±0.70(Predicted) |
color | off-white |
biological source | synthetic (organic) |
Water Solubility | 10 mg/100 mL (25 ºC) |
Sensitive | Light Sensitive |
Merck | 142943 |
BRN | 2066651 |
BCS Class | 1 (CLogP), 3 (LogP) |
Stability: | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides. May be light sensitive. |
InChIKey | UREBDLICKHMUKA-CXSFZGCWSA-N |
CAS DataBase Reference | 50-02-2(CAS DataBase Reference) |
NIST Chemistry Reference | Prednisolone, 9alpha-fluoro-16alpha-methyl-(50-02-2) |
EPA Substance Registry System | Dexamethasone (50-02-2) |
Safety Information | |
Hazard Codes | Xi,Xn,T,F |
Risk Statements | 43-40-36/37/38-20/21/22-42/43-39/23/24/25-23/24/25-11 |
Safety Statements | 36/37-45-36-26-22-16 |
RIDADR | UN1230 - class 3 - PG 2 - Methanol, solution |
WGK Germany | 2 |
RTECS | TU3980000 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29372210 |
Hazardous Substances Data | 50-02-2(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Toxicity | LD50 oral in rat: > 3gm/kg |
