Properties
Description
Safinamide, soluble in DMSO and ethanol, is an effective metabolism inhibitor, that has the ability to prevent the pathway of cell metabolism by inhibiting MAO. The molecular weight of the compound is 302.34, and its molecular formula is C17H19FN2O2. It targets the MAO-A and MAO-B.
Molecular Formula
C17H19FN2O2
Impurities
Free from inappropriate visible particulates, foreign matter, discoloration, or other defects.
Solubility
In vitro: DMSO: 52 mg/mL (171.99 mM); Ethanol: <1 mg/mL
Identity
Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.
Applications
Safinamide plays a key role in enhancing dopaminergic activity and has additional effects, such as modulation of glutamate release, which can improve motor function and reduce disease symptoms.