Linaclotide

CAS: 851199-59-2

Ref. 3D-FL138962

Product Information

• Name: Linaclotide
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Linaclotide is a drug that is used in the treatment of chronic idiopathic constipation. It is formulated with the inactive ingredients microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, calcium stearate, and magnesium stearate. The active ingredient is linaclotide hydrochloride. Linaclotide works by increasing intestinal motility and reducing transit time through the gastrointestinal tract. It has been shown to be effective in treating constipation in adults with chronic idiopathic constipation when taken for up to 12 weeks. Linaclotide also may be used in combination with other treatments for bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.Linaclotide is metabolized primarily by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) and subsequently eliminated from the body primarily by renal excretion of unchanged drug or metabolites. The drug has a half-life of about 4 hours following oral administration and

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 1,526.74 g/mol
• Formula: C₅₉H₇₉N₁₅O₂₁S₆
• Purity: Min. 98 Area-%
• Color/Form: White Powder