Cat Number: API196597269

Ramelteon

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CAS Number

196597-26-9

Synonyms

Rozerem
TAK-375
(S)-N-[2-(1,6,7,8-tetrahydro-2H-indeno-[5,4-b]furan-8-yl)ethyl]propionamide

Description

Ramelteon is the first in a new class of sleep agents that selectively binds to the melatonin receptors in the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN). It is used for insomnia, particularly delayed sleep onset. Ramelteon has not been shown to produce dependence and has shown no potential for abuse.

Molecular Weight

259.34

Molecular Formula

C16H21NO2

SMILES

CCC(=O)NCCC1CCC2=C1C3=C(C=C2)OCC3

EINECS

688-929-3

Appearance

White to Beige Powder

Melting Point

113-115 ℃