Cat. No.: X23-04-XQ850
Levodopa
Synonym: 59-92-7; levodopa; L-Dopa; Dopar; 3,4-Dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine; 3-Hydroxy-L-tyrosine; Bendopa; Larodopa; Levopa; 3,4-Dihydroxyphenylalanine; Brocadopa; Cidandopa; Insulamina; Maipedopa; Dopaidan; Dopalina; Dopasol; Eldopal; Eldopar; Pardopa; Prodopa; Syndopa; 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-L-alanine; (-)-Dopa; Dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine
- CAS Number: 59-92-7
- Compound CID: 6047
Product Size
20 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg; 200 mg
Properties
Description
Levodopa either slows the progression of Parkinson's disease or has a prolonged effect on the symptoms of the disease.
Molecular Formula
C9H11NO4
Source
The fruits of Mucuna cochinchine-sis(Lour) Tang et Wang.
Form
White to milky white crystalline powder
Purity
≥98%, determined by UV.
Solubility
It is easily soluble in dilute hydrochloric acid and formic acid, soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol, benzene, chloroform and ethyl acetate.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Levodopa can be used for anti-parkinsonian activity experiments, etc.
Safety Information
Personal Protective Equipment
Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask
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