Used as an antipsychotic. Benzothiazepine with mixed serotonin and dopamine receptor antagonistic properties.
Melting Point: 167-169 degrees C
Solubility: Methanol
Method for Determining Identity:Proton NMR Spectroscopic Analysis
TLC Conditions:
SiO2: Chloroform: Methanol: Acetic Acid; 8:2:2d; Visualized with UV and KMnO4; Two spots; Rf = 0.34, Rf2=0.65
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.