A selective cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. Use as an anti-inflammatory.
Melting Point: 206-208C
Solubility: Chloroform, DMSO
Purity:~90%
Method for Determining Identity:
Proton Spectroscopic Analysis
TLC Conditions:
SiO2; Dichloromethane: Methanol: 9: 1; Visualized with UV and AMCS; Single spot; Rf=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.