Lactulose

Lactulose is a non-absortable sugar used in the treatment of constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. It generally begin working after eight to twelve hours but may take up to two days to improve constipation.

Product information

CAS Number: 4618-18-2

Molecular Weight: 342.30

Formula: C12H22O11

Synonym:

4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-fructose

Chemical Name: (3S,4R,5R)-1,3,5,6-tetrahydroxy-4-{[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy}hexan-2-one

Smiles: O[C@H](CO)[C@@H](O[C@@H]1O[C@H](CO)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]1O)[C@H](O)C(=O)CO

InChiKey: PFCRQPBOOFTZGQ-VZXVHDRGSA-N

InChi: InChI=1S/C12H22O11/c13-1-4(16)7(18)11(5(17)2-14)23-12-10(21)9(20)8(19)6(3-15)22-12/h5-15,17-21H,1-3H2/t5-,6-,7-,8+,9+,10-,11-,12+/m1/s1

Technical Data

Appearance: Solid Power

Purity: ≥98% (or refer to the Certificate of Analysis)

Solubility: DMSO : 25 mg/mL (73.04 mM; Need ultrasonic). H2O : ≥ 100 mg/mL (292.14 mM).

Shipping Condition: Shipped under ambient temperature as non-hazardous chemical or refer to Certificate of Analysis

Storage Condition: Dry, dark and -20 ^oC for 1 year or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Shelf Life: ≥12 months if stored properly.

Stock Solution Storage: 0 - 4 ^oC for 1 month or refer to the Certificate of Analysis.

Drug Formulation: To be determined

HS Tariff Code: 382200

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