An anti-inflammatory agent, structurally related to the salicylates, which is active in inflammatory bowel disease. It is considered to be the active moiety of sulphasalazine.
MESALAMINE
Structure
Product Description
Details |
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Chemical Name |
MESALAMINE |
IUPAC Name |
5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid |
CAS Number |
89-57-6 |
Molecular Formula |
C7H7NO3 |
Synonyms |
5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid |
Application |
For the treatment of active ulcerative proctitis. |