Chloroquine API
| Cas No : | 54-05-7 |
|---|---|
| Name : | Chloroquine |
| Synonyms : | (RS)-N’-(7-chloroquinolin-4-yl)-N,N-diethyl-pentane-1,4-diamine |
| Molecular Formula : | C18H26ClN3 |
| Melting Point : | 289°C |
| Boiling Point : | 460.6±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Molecular Weight : | 319.872 g/mol |
| Density : | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Solubility : | Very slightly soluble in water, soluble in chloroform, ether and dilute acids. Chloroquine diphosphate is a white, bitter, crystalline powder. |
Uses :
- Chloroquine is used to prevent and treat malaria. It is also used to treat liver infection caused by protozoa (extraintestinal amebiasis). Chloroquine may also be used to treat coronavirus (COVID-19) in certain hospitalized patients.
