Racemic naproxen refers to a 1:1 mixture of the two enantiomers (mirror-image forms) of naproxen: (S)-naproxen and (R)-naproxen. Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) widely used for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID). Its therapeutic use is listed as analgesics. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Racemic Naproxen and 2-(6-Methoxy-2-naphthyl)propionic acid. Its PubChem CID is 1302.
Naproxen (racemic)
| CAS No | 23981-80-8 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C14H14O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 230.26 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2-(6-methoxynaphthalen-2-yl)propanoic acid |
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Racemic naproxen refers to a 1:1 mixture of the two enantiomers (mirror-image forms) of naproxen: (S)-naproxen and (R)-naproxen. Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) widely used for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties.
The listed CAS number is 23981-80-8.
The listed molecular formula is C14H14O3.
The listed molecular weight is 230.26 g/mol.
2-(6-methoxynaphthalen-2-yl)propanoic acid.
The source lists Racemic Naproxen and 2-(6-Methoxy-2-naphthyl)propionic acid.