Oxonic acid potassium salt, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Inhibitor of uricase

Oxonic acid potassium salt is an inhibitor of uricase. This product has been used for the inhibition of 5-fluorouracil-induced gastrointestinal toxicity without the loss of its antitumor activity in rats. It has also been used to induce hyperuricemia in rats; as it inhibits uric acid metabolism.

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Applications
Oxonic acid potassium salt is an inhibitor of uricase. This product has been used for the inhibition of 5-fluorouracil-induced gastrointestinal toxicity without the loss of its antitumor activity in rats. It has also been used to induce hyperuricemia in rats; as it inhibits uric acid metabolism.

Solubility
Soluble in hot water.

Notes
Store in cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. Store away from oxidizing agents.

Specifications

• Melting Point: 300°C
• Color: White
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 5 g
• Merck Index: 14,6947
• Solubility Information: Soluble in hot water.
• IUPAC Name: potassium;4,6-dioxo-1H-1,3,5-triazine-2-carboxylate
• Formula Weight: 195.18
• Chemical Name or Material: Oxonic acid potassium salt, 98%

RUO – Research Use Only