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Cat Number: API59529

Dimercaprol

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CAS Number

59-52-9

Synonyms

DIMERCAPROL
2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanol
2,3-Dimercaptopropanol
Dithioglycerine

Description

It was developed as an experimental antidote against the arsenic-based poison gas Lewisite. It has been used clinically since 1949 in arsenic, cadmium and mercury poisoning. In addition, it has in the past been used for the treatment of Wilson's disease, a genetic disorder in which the body tends to retain copper. Dimercaprol has toxic potential, and its use may be followed by a variety of adverse effects.

Molecular Weight

124.23

Molecular Formula

C3H8OS2

SMILES

C(C(CS)S)O

EINECS

200-433-7

Appearance

clear colorless viscous liquid

pKa

8.62 (at 25 ℃)