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Atomfair Metyrapone Metopiron C14H14N2O

Description Metyrapone (CAS No. 54-36-4) is a high-purity pharmaceutical and biochemical compound with the molecular formula C14H14N2O . Known by its IUPAC name 2-methyl-1,2-dipyridin-3-ylpropan-1-one , this white to off-white crystalline powder is widely utilized in research and diagnostic applications. Metyrapone is a selective inhibitor of steroid 11??-hydroxylase, making it invaluable for studying adrenal function and cortisol synthesis pathways. It is supplied with comprehensive analytical documentation, including HPLC purity reports, MSDS, and NMR spectra, ensuring compliance with rigorous laboratory standards. Store in a cool, dry environment, protected from light, to maintain stability.

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Description

Metyrapone (CAS No. 54-36-4) is a high-purity pharmaceutical and biochemical compound with the molecular formula C14H14N2O. Known by its IUPAC name 2-methyl-1,2-dipyridin-3-ylpropan-1-one, this white to off-white crystalline powder is widely utilized in research and diagnostic applications. Metyrapone is a selective inhibitor of steroid 11??-hydroxylase, making it invaluable for studying adrenal function and cortisol synthesis pathways. It is supplied with comprehensive analytical documentation, including HPLC purity reports, MSDS, and NMR spectra, ensuring compliance with rigorous laboratory standards. Store in a cool, dry environment, protected from light, to maintain stability.

  • CAS No: 54-36-4
  • Molecular Formula: C14H14N2O
  • Molecular Weight: 226.27
  • Exact Mass: 226.110613074
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 226.110613074
  • IUPAC Name: 2-methyl-1,2-dipyridin-3-ylpropan-1-one
  • SMILES: CC(C)(C1=CN=CC=C1)C(=O)C2=CN=CC=C2
  • Synonyms: metyrapone, 54-36-4, 2-Methyl-1,2-di-3-pyridyl-1-propanone, Methopyrapone, Metopiron

Application

Metyrapone is primarily used as a diagnostic tool to assess hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis function by inhibiting cortisol production. Researchers employ it to study adrenal insufficiency and Cushing’s syndrome mechanisms. It also serves as a biochemical tool to investigate steroidogenesis pathways in vitro. Additionally, Metyrapone finds application in pharmacological studies exploring stress response modulation.

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