DROXICAM
Droxicam is an oxicam NSAID reducing inflammation and pain by COX inhibition. Side effects include GI irritation, headache, and renal strain. Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Droxicam is an oxicamclass NSAID and a prodrug of piroxicam. It inhibits COX1 and COX2 enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesis and attenuating inflammation, pain and fever. The prodrug structure improves GI tolerability.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in COXenzyme inhibition studies, NSAID SAR modelling, inflammatorymediator research, and prodrugactivation pharmacology.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include GI irritation, renal impairment, hypersensitivity reactions, increased bleeding tendency and rare hepatotoxicity. Handle with NSAIDclass precautions.
Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C14H11N3O5S2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 357.3 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 90101-16-9 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | Droxicam; 90101-16-9; Droxicamum; F24ADO1E2D; DTXSID70238035 |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 5-methyl-6,6-dioxo-3-pyridin-2-yl-[1,3]oxazino[5,6-c][1,2]benzothiazine-2,4-dione |
| InChl Key | OEHFRZLKGRKFAS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C16H11N3O5S/c1-18-13-14(10-6-2-3-7-11(10)25(18,22)23)24-16(21)19(15(13)20)12-8-4-5-9-17-12/h2-9H,1H3 |
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