Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of [compound name] (CAS: 668270-12-0)?
Answer
Linagliptin is mainly used as a medication to manage blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. It works by inhibiting the enzyme DPP-4, which helps increase the levels of incretin hormones that stimulate insulin production. It is also used in research for studying metabolic disorders and as an active pharmaceutical ingredient in drug formulations.
About
CAS No
668270-12-0
English Name
Linagliptin
Molecular Formula
C25H28N8O2
Molecular Weight
30.07 g/mol
SMILES
CC#CCN1C2=C(N=C1N3CCCC(C3)N)N(C(=O)N(C2=O)CC4=NC5=CC=CC=C5C(=N4)C)C
InChIKey
OTMSDBZUPAUEDD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
