Title: Methallatal
CAS Registry Number: 115-56-0
CAS Name: 5-Ethyldihydro-5-(2-methyl-2-propenyl)-2-thioxo-4,6(1H,5H)-pyrimidinedione
Additional Names: 5-ethyl-5-(2-methylallyl)-2-thiobarbituric acid; ethyl-b-methylallylthiobarbituric acid
Manufacturers' Codes: V-12
Trademarks: Mosidal
Molecular Formula: C10H14N2O2S
Molecular Weight: 226.30
Percent Composition: C 53.07%, H 6.24%, N 12.38%, O 14.14%, S 14.17%
Literature References: Prepn: Volwiler, Tabern, US 2153729 (1939 to Abbott).
Properties: Crystals, mp 160-161°. Insol in water. Forms an alkaline sodium salt which is sol in water, alcohol.
Melting point: mp 160-161°
NOTE: This is a controlled substance (depressant): 21 CFR, 1308.13.
Therap-Cat: Antiemetic.
Keywords: Antiemetic.
Status: This monograph has been retired and is no longer subject to revision or update. |