It also serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing complex molecules and exploring new materials, including certain polymers and fine chemicals, by allowing for precise structural modifications. 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one (DMDO-OH) is mainly used in organic synthesis as a key intermediate, especially for creating prodrugs to improve drug delivery, most notably in antihypertensive drugs like Azilsartan medoxomil, by adding a bioreversible carbamate group that enhances bioavailability before being cleaved in the body.
4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one
| API Name | Azilsartan medoxomil |
|---|---|
| CAS No | 91526-18-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H6O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 130.10 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 4-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one |
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It also serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing complex molecules and exploring new materials, including certain polymers and fine chemicals, by allowing for precise structural modifications. 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one (DMDO-OH) is mainly used in organic synthesis as a key intermediate, especially for creating prodrugs to improve drug delivery, most notably in antihypertensive drugs like Azilsartan medoxomil, by adding a bioreversible carbamate group that enhances bioavailability before being cleaved in the body.
The CAS number of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one is 91526-18-0.
The molecular formula of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one is C5H6O4.
The listed molecular weight of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one is 130.10 g/mol.
4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one is listed as being used in connection with the following API: Azilsartan medoxomil.
The listed synonym or IUPAC name for 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one is 4-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one.