Carnidazole is a synthetic nitroimidazole derivative used as an antiprotozoal agent, particularly in veterinary medicine for treating trichomoniasis in birds, including pigeons. It works by inhibiting nucleic acid synthesis in anaerobic organisms through its nitro group, which becomes toxic upon reduction inside the protozoan cell. Carnidazole is known for its high efficacy and relatively low toxicity in treated animals. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Spartrix, VETRANAL(TM), Carnidazole and Spartrix. Its PubChem CID is 3032998.
Carnidazole
| CAS No | 42116-76-7 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C8H12N4O3S |
| Molecular Weight | 244.27 g/mol |
| Synonyms | O-methyl N-[2-(2-methyl-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)ethyl]carbamothioate |
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Carnidazole is a synthetic nitroimidazole derivative used as an antiprotozoal agent, particularly in veterinary medicine for treating trichomoniasis in birds, including pigeons.
The listed CAS number is 42116-76-7.
The listed molecular formula is C8H12N4O3S.
The listed molecular weight is 244.27 g/mol.
O-methyl N-[2-(2-methyl-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)ethyl]carbamothioate.
The source lists Spartrix, VETRANAL(TM), Carnidazole and Spartrix.