Description / Application
Idebenone is a member of the class of 1,4-benzoquinones which is substituted by methoxy groups at positions 2 and 3, by a methyl group at positions 5, and by a 10-hydroxydecyl group at positions 6. Initially developed for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, benefits were modest; it was subsequently found to be of benefit for the symptomatic treatment of Friedreich's ataxia. It has a role as a ferroptosis inhibitor and an antioxidant. It is a member of 1,4-benzoquinones and a primary alcohol.
Identities
| Alternative Name | 2-(10-Hydroxydecyl)-5,6-dimethoxy-3-methyl-1,4-benzoquinone |
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| Molecular Formula | C19H30O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 338.4 |
| MFCD | MFCD00274552 |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H315;H319;H335 |
| Precautionary Statements | P261;P264;P271;P280;P302+P352;P304+P340;P305+P351+P338;P312;P321;P332+P313;P337+P313;P362;P403+P233;P405;P501 |