CAS: 82159-09-9
Molecular Formula: C15H13NO3S2
Molecular weight:319.4
Appearance:Deep red needle crystal
Melting point:210-217°C
Solubility:Soluble in tetrahydrofuran, easily soluble in dimethylformamide, and difficult to soluble in methanol, ethanol, ethyl acetate or acetone, soluble in chloroform or ether, insoluble in water
Use :Epalrestat is a carboxylic acid derivative and a noncompetitive and reversible aldose reductase inhibitor used for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy, which is one of the most common long-term complications in patients with diabetes mellitus.