EPINEPHRINE BITARTRATE
Epinephrine bitartrate provides the same adrenergic effects with enhanced formulation stability. It treats anaphylaxis and severe asthma. Side effects include tachycardia, sweating, and elevated blood pressure.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Epinephrine bitartrate is a stable salt form of epinephrine offering improved formulation, solubility and shelf stability. Mechanistically identical, it activates α‑ and β‑adrenergic receptors to modulate cardiovascular, respiratory and metabolic responses.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in adrenergic‑agonist formulation research, receptor‑binding assays, autonomic‑nervous‑system modelling, and emergency‑medicine simulations.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include tachycardia, hypertension, metabolic disturbances and severe local reactions. Handle with catecholamine‑salt precautions.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C9H13NO3·C4H6O6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 333.29 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 51-42-3 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Sparingly soluble (NTP, 1992) |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | Epinephrine bitartrate; 51-42-3; Adrenaline bitartrate; Bronitin; Adrenaline acid tartrate |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid;4-[(1R)-1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]benzene-1,2-diol |
| InChl Key | YLXIPWWIOISBDD-NDAAPVSOSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C9H13NO3.C4H6O6/c1-10-5-9(13)6-2-3-7(11)8(12)4-6;5-1(3(7)8)2(6)4(9)10/h2-4,9-13H,5H2,1H3;1-2,5-6H,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)/t9-;1-,2-/m01/s1 |
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