Description
Albendazole is an anthelmintic. It prevents the enzymatic process that causes the parasite to absorb glucose, leading to its death.
Synonyms
SKF-62979; SKF 62979; SKF62979; Eskazole; Zentel; Albenza; Valbazen
IUPAC Name
methyl N-(6-propylsulfanyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)carbamate
Molecular Formula
C12H15N3O2S
Canonical SMILES
CCCSC1=CC2=C(C=C1)N=C(N2)NC(=O)OC
InChI
InChI=1S/C12H15N3O2S/c1-3-6-18-8-4-5-9-10(7-8)14-11(13-9)15-12(16)17-2/h4-5,7H,3,6H2,1-2H3,(H2,13,14,15,16)
InChIKey
HXHWSAZORRCQMX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Solubility
Soluble in acetic acid, chloroform
Appearance
White to Off-white Solid
Application
Mesh headings: anthelmintics, Anticestodalagents, Antiprotozoal agents
Storage
Store at -20°C (dark)
Risk Statements
R61; R36/37/38
Safety Statements
S53; S45; S37/39; S26
Toxicity
LD50: 1500 mg/kg (oral,mouse).
Vapor Pressure
1.5X10-9 mm Hg at 25 °C (est)