Its specific structure allows for further reactions to build Opicapone’s complex oxadiazole ring system, making it a key precursor in creating this important pharmaceutical. 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid (also known as 5-nitrovanillic acid) is a crucial intermediate (a building block) in the synthesis of Opicapone, a drug for Parkinson’s disease that inhibits Catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) to extend L-Dopa’s effectiveness.
4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid
| API Name | Opicapone |
|---|---|
| CAS No | 15785-54-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H7NO6 |
| Molecular Weight | 213.14 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid |
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Its specific structure allows for further reactions to build Opicapone's complex oxadiazole ring system, making it a key precursor in creating this important pharmaceutical. 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid (also known as 5-nitrovanillic acid) is a crucial intermediate (a building block) in the synthesis of Opicapone, a drug for Parkinson's disease that inhibits Catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) to extend L-Dopa's effectiveness.
The CAS number of 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid is 15785-54-3.
The molecular formula of 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid is C8H7NO6.
The listed molecular weight of 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid is 213.14 g/mol.
4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid is listed as being used in connection with the following API: Opicapone.
The listed synonym or IUPAC name for 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid is 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid.