Paraldehyde is an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) used mainly as a sedative and anticonvulsant. It has been used in the management of seizures, delirium tremens, and severe agitation, particularly in emergency settings. Paraldehyde functions as a central nervous system depressant and has a rapid onset of action, but its use is now limited due to its strong odor, irritation, and availability of safer alternatives. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Hypnotics and Schedule IV controlled substances. The directory classifies it as a discontinued API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Acetaldehyde trimer and Elaldehyde. It is listed as a controlled drug substance (Schedule IV). Its PubChem CID is 31264.
Paraldehyde
| CAS No | 123-63-7 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C6H12O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.16 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 2,4,6-trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxane |
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Paraldehyde is an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) used mainly as a sedative and anticonvulsant. It has been used in the management of seizures, delirium tremens, and severe agitation, particularly in emergency settings.
The listed CAS number is 123-63-7.
The listed molecular formula is C6H12O3.
The listed molecular weight is 132.16 g/mol.
2,4,6-trimethyl-1,3,5-trioxane.
The source lists Acetaldehyde trimer and Elaldehyde.