Tetramisole hydrochloride

- Overview
  - Tetramisole hydrochloride (levamisole, ergamisol) is an alkaline phosphatase inhibitor with antihelminthic and anticancer properties.
    
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    Background
    
    Tetramisole HCl inhibits parasitic worm growth by acting as an agonist to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors leading to paralysis. The mechanism of action for anticancer activity is unknown.
- Properties
  - CAS Number
    
    5086-74-8
    
    Molecular Formula
    
    C11H12N2S · HCl
    
    Molecular Weight
    
    240.75
    
    Appearance
    
    White or pale yellow crystalline powder
    
    Other Properties
    
    PH: 4.0 - 5.5
    Assay: 98.0 - 101.0%
    Loss on Drying: Not more than 0.5%
    Melting Point: 262 - 267°C
    Identification: IR - Passes test
    
    Storage
    
    ≤30°C
    
    * For research use only
- Applications
  - Application Description
    
    Spectrum: Tetramisole HCl inhibits kidney, liver, placenta, bone, and tumor alakaline phosphatases.