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Carbamazepine, 98%
Description
Carbamazepine is used as cytochrome P450 3A4 inducing anti-epileptic drug and ligand for the GABA-A receptor benzodiazepine modulatory site. Carbamazepine is typically used for the treatment of seizure disorders and neuropathic pain. It is associated with other medications and used to treat schizophrenia as well as a second line agent in bipolar disorders.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Soluble in ethanol, acetone, propylene glycol, chloroform, dimethyl sulfoxide, methanol, dimethyl fluoride,ethylene glycol and monoethyl ether. Slightly soluble in glacial acetic acid. Insoluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 189°C to 192°C |
| Color | White |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| Merck Index | 14,1781 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in ethanol,acetone,propylene glycol,chloroform,dimethyl sulfoxide,methanol,dimethyl fluoride,ethylene glycol and monoethyl ether. Slightly soluble in glacial acetic acid. Insoluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 236.27 |
| Percent Purity | 98% |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Chemical Name or Material | Carbamazepine |
Safety and Handling
- Carbamazepine
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Respiratory sensitiser Category 1
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H334-May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P284-[In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
- P301+P312-IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician/ if you feel unwell.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P333+P313-If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P342+P311-If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ .
- MIXTURE LIST-Contain: Carbamazepine
RUO – Research Use Only
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