DATASHEET
Formulation
White Solid
Storage:
RT
Product Information:
Minoxidil is a direct antihypertensive peripheral vasodilator acting via activation of KATP channels leading to relaxation of smooth muscle.1 Active metabolite is Minoxidil sulfate (IC50 = 0.14 µM). Mainly used as a treatment for alopecia because of its observed hair regrowth ability.2
Description:
CAS Number: 38304-91-5; Chemical Name: 6-Piperidine-1-ylpyrimidine-2,4-diamine 3-oxide; Molecular weight: 209.25; Formula: C9H15N5O; Solubility: DMSO (5 mg/ml), Ethanol (5 mg/ml); Physical Properties: White solid; Purity: 98% by TLC, NMR (conforms)