Properties
Description
Sparteine sulfate, a quinolizidine alkaloid, is the sulfate form of sparteine, which is a sodium channel blocker used as an oxytocic and an anti-arrhythmia agent.
Molecular Formula
C15H28N2O4S
Form
White crystalline powder
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is soluble in alkaline aqueous solution and insoluble in organic solvents such as petroleum ether and chloroform.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Sparteine sulfate can be used as an oxytocic and an anti-arrhythmia agent.