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Hydrocortisone acetate, 97+%
Description
Hydrocortisone acetate is used to treat hemorrhoids and itching/swelling in the rectum and anus. It is used to treat certain intestinal problems (such as ulcerative colitis of the rectum and other rectal/anal inflammatory conditions).
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.
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Store in a cool, dry conditions in a well sealed container. Store in the dark.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | ∼220°C (decomposition) |
| Quantity | 5 g |
| Beilstein | 2066841 |
| Sensitivity | Light sensitive |
| Merck Index | 14,4787 |
| Solubility Information | Insoluble in water. |
| IUPAC Name | 2-[(1R,3aS,3bS,9aR,9bS,10S,11aS)-1,10-dihydroxy-9a,11a-dimethyl-7-oxo-1H,2H,3H,3aH,3bH,4H,5H,7H,8H,9H,9aH,9bH,10H,11H,11aH-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-1-yl]-2-oxoethyl acetate |
| Formula Weight | 404.51 |
| Percent Purity | ≥97% |
| Chemical Name or Material | Hydrocortisone acetate |
Safety and Handling
- Hydrocortisone acetate
- Danger
- Reproductive toxicity Category 1A
- Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2
- H360-May damage fertility or the unborn child.
- H373-May cause damage to organs.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : (11.beta.)-21-(acetyloxy)-11,17-dihydroxy-pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione
RUO – Research Use Only
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