Synonyms
Aciphex
Habeprazole
pariprazole
Description
Rabeprazole is an antiulcer drug in the class of proton pump inhibitors. It is a prodrug - in the acid environment of the parietal cells it turns into active sulphenamide form. Rabeprazole inhibits the H+, K+ATPase of the coating gastric cells and dose-dependent oppresses basal and stimulated gastric acid secretion.
Molecular Formula
C18H21N3O3S
SMILES
CC1=C(C=CN=C1CS(=O)C2=NC3=CC=CC=C3N2)OCCCOC
Appearance
White crystals
Melting Point
101.7 - 103.9 ℃
Vapour Pressure
2.2X10-15 mm Hg at 25 ℃ /Estimated/