Molekula
Methyl prednisolone
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Methyl prednisolone is a potent glucocorticoid steroid used primarily as an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive agent in medical treatments for conditions like arthritis, allergies, and autoimmune disorders. It is also employed in veterinary medicine and as a research chemical in biological studies. This synthetic corticosteroid has a CAS number of 83-43-2, with the molecular formula C22H30O5 and a molecular weight of 374.47 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperatures, and it carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies methyl prednisolone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 g — $177.30 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White solid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 232.5 °C |
| Water Solubility | 120 mg/L at 25 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 6741 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 63497298 |
| CAS Number | 83-43-2 |
| IUPAC Name | (6S,8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,17R)-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-6,10,13-trimethyl-7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-octahydro-6H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one |
| EC Number | 201-476-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C22H30O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 374.47 |
| Exact Mass | 374.2093 |
| SMILES | C[C@H]1C[C@H]2[C@@H]3CC[C@@]([C@]3(C[C@@H]([C@@H]2[C@@]4(C1=CC(=O)C=C4)C)O)C)(C(=O)CO)O |
| InChIKey | VHRSUDSXCMQTMA-PJHHCJLFSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C22H30O5/c1-12-8-14-15-5-7-22(27,18(26)11-23)21(15,3)10-17(25)19(14)20(2)6-4-13(24)9-16(12)20/h4,6,9,12,14-15,17,19,23,25,27H,5,7-8,10-11H2,1-3H3/t12-,14-,15-,17-,19+,20-,21-,22-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 6741 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2937.29.90.95 |
| Tariff Code | 2937290000 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- EUH380 May cause endocrine disruption in humans
- EUH430 May cause endocrine disruption in the environment
- H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 6alpha-Methylprednisolone
- Dopomedrol
- Medrate
- Medrone
- Metastab
- Metilbetasone
- Metrisone
- Promacortine
- Urbason
- Wyacort
Frequently asked questions
What is methylprednisolone commonly used for?
Methylprednisolone is primarily used as an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive drug, treating conditions like arthritis, asthma, allergies, and autoimmune disorders.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methylprednisolone?
The chemical formula is **C₂₂H₃₀O₅**, and the molecular weight is **374.47 g/mol**.
How should methylprednisolone be stored?
Store methylprednisolone at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and direct sunlight, in a tightly sealed container.
What grades or purities of methylprednisolone does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies methylprednisolone in **pharmaceutical-grade purity** (typically ≥99% HPLC).
Can Molekula supply methylprednisolone in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer methylprednisolone in bulk, with flexible packaging options (e.g., drums, bags) based on customer requirements.
What documentation comes with a methylprednisolone order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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