ALLOPURINOL
Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used to reduce uric acid production in conditions such as gout and kidney stones. Benefits include prevention of acute gout attacks and long-term uric acid control. Side effects may include rash, gastrointestinal discomfort, and rarely severe hypersensitivity reactions, requiring proper dose adjustment in renal impairment.
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Product Description
Mechanism of action
ALLOPURINOL is a pharmacologically active compound used in specialised medical or biochemical applications. Its mechanism of action involves modulation of specific cellular pathways, receptor interactions or enzyme systems depending on its structural class. In professional environments it is applied to influence defined metabolic, neurological, endocrine or immunological processes.
Benefits and advantages
ALLOPURINOL is valued for its predictable biochemical behaviour, defined purity profile and suitability for advanced formulation or research use. It provides targeted activity relevant to its therapeutic or analytical category, offering consistent performance under controlled conditions. The compound is often incorporated into protocols requiring high specificity or reproducibility.
Side effects and risks
Potential risks depend on the pharmacological class of ALLOPURINOL. These may include organ‑specific toxicity, allergic reactions, metabolic disturbances or interactions with other active substances. Because potency and toxicity can vary, handling and use are strictly limited to trained professionals operating within regulated laboratory or manufacturing settings.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C5H4N4O |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 136.11 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 315-30-0 |
| Storage Condition | Store in tight container as defined in the USP-NF. This material should be handled and stored per label instructions to ensure product integrity. |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | allopurinol; 315-30-0; 1H-Pyrazolo[3,4-d]pyrimidin-4-ol; Zyloric; Suspendol |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 1,5-dihydropyrazolo[5,4-d]pyrimidin-4-one |
| InChl Key | OFCNXPDARWKPPY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C5H4N4O/c10-5-3-1-8-9-4(3)6-2-7-5/h1-2H,(H2,6,7,8,9,10) |
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