Description / Application
(R)-adrenaline is the R-enantiomer of adrenaline. It is a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands resulting in the 'fight-or-flight' response. It has a role as a hormone, a beta-adrenergic agonist, a bronchodilator agent, a sympathomimetic agent, an alpha-adrenergic agonist, a vasodilator agent, an adrenergic agonist, a mydriatic agent, a vasoconstrictor agent and a mouse metabolite. It is a conjugate base of a (R)-adrenaline(1+). It is an enantiomer of a (S)-adrenaline.
Identities
| Alternative Name | (-)-Epinephrine |
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| Molecular Formula | C9H13NO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 183.2 |
| MFCD | MFCD00002204 |
Transport
| DOT UN Number | UN2811 |
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| Hazard Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Danger |
| Hazard Statements | H301+H331;H310 |
| Precautionary Statements | P261;P262;P264;P270;P271;P280;P301+P310;P302+P350;P304+P340;P310;P322;P330;P361;P363;P403+P233;P405;P501 |