Description / Application
Doxofylline is an oxopurine that is a derivative of xanthine, methylated at N-1 and N-3 and carrying a 1,3-dioxolan-2-ylmethyl group at N-7, used in the treatment of asthma. It has a role as a bronchodilator agent, an anti-asthmatic drug and an antitussive. It is functionally related to a 7H-xanthine.
Identities
| Alternative Name | 7-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-ylmethyl)-1,3-dimethylpurine-2,6-dione, 7-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-ylmethyl)theophylline |
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| Molecular Formula | C11H14N4O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 266.25 |
| MFCD | MFCD00865218 |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Warning! |
| Hazard Statements | H302 |
| Precautionary Statements | P270;P264;P301+P312+P330;P330;P501; |