Phenytoin

Phenytoin

AT0939

CAS 57-41-0

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Overview

Phenytoin (5,5-Diphenylhydantoin) is a hydantoin derivative and a non-sedative antiepileptic agent with anticonvulsant activity. It potentially acts by promoting sodium efflux from neurons in the motor cortex, reducing post-tetanic potentiation at synapses. This prevents cortical seizure foci from spreading to adjacent areas and stabilizes the threshold against hyperexcitability. Additionally, it appears to reduce muscle spindle sensitivity to stretch, causing muscle relaxation.

Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC15H12N2O2
Molecular Weight252.27
CAS Numbers57-41-0
SolubilityDMSO
Purity98% by HPLC
SMILES CodeO=C1NC(=O)C(N1)(c1ccccc1)c1ccccc1

Storage and Handling

0C Short Term, -20C Long Term

References

Owoeye O, et al. J Diet Suppl. 2015 Mar;12[1] 105-17.