Bisacodyl, 98+%

Description

CAS: 603-50-9 | C22H19NO4 | 361.40 g/mol

Bisacodyl is used in the inhibition of (Na+K)ATPase, the increase of mucosal PGE2, and the activation of adenyl cyclase in rat intestine studies. It is used as a laxative drug. It is typically prescribed for relief of constipation.

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.

Solubility
Soluble in alcohol (slightly), ether (slightly), chloroform, and acetone. Insoluble in water.

Notes
Protect from heat. Incompatible with heat and oxidizing agents. Store at 4°C.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 603-50-9
• Molecular Formula: C22H19NO4
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 361.40
• MDL Number: MFCD00038039
• InChI Key: KHOITXIGCFIULA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: bisacodyl, dulcolax, bicol, brocalax, durolax, dulcolan, endokolat, fenilaxan, hillcolax, sanvacual
• PubChem CID: 2391
• IUPAC Name: 4-{[4-(acetyloxy)phenyl](pyridin-2-yl)methyl}phenyl acetate
• SMILES: CC(=O)OC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C1=CC=C(OC(C)=O)C=C1)C1=CC=CC=N1

• Color: White
• Quantity: 10 g
• Merck Index: 14,1242
• Solubility Information: Soluble in alcohol (slightly),ether (slightly),chloroform,and acetone. Insoluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 361.4
• Percent Purity: ≥98%
• Physical Form: Crystalline Powder
• Chemical Name or Material: Bisacodyl

Safety and Handling

EINECSNumber	210-044-4
RTECSNumber	SM8750000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Keep cold

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only