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ETHCHLORVYNOL

CAS No.
Chemical Name:
ETHCHLORVYNOL
Synonyms
ETHCHLORVYNOL
CBNumber:
CB7394036
Molecular Formula:
C7H9ClO
Molecular Weight:
144.6
MDL Number:
MFCD00072020
MOL File:
Mol file

ETHCHLORVYNOL Properties

FDA UNII 6EIM3851UZ
ATC code N05CM08

ETHCHLORVYNOL Chemical Properties,Uses,Production

Chemical Properties

Colorless to yellow liquid; pungent aromatic odor. Darkens on exposure to light and air. Immiscible with water; miscible with most organic solvents.

Uses

Sedative-hypnotic.

brand name

Placidyl (Abbott).

General Description

Ethchlorvynol,1-chloro-3-ethyl-1-penten-4-yn-3-ol (Placidyl), is a mild sedative–hypnotic witha quick onset and short duration of action (t1/2 =5.6 hours).Because of its highly lipophilic character, it is extensivelymetabolized to its secondary alcohol (~90%) prior to itsexcretion. It reportedly induces microsomal hepatic enzymes.Acute overdose shares several features with barbiturateoverdose.

Hazard

Abuse may cause addiction.

ETHCHLORVYNOL Preparation Products And Raw materials

Raw materials

Preparation Products

ETHCHLORVYNOL