Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Duloxetine, HCl (CAS: 136434-34-9)?
Answer
Duloxetine, HCl (CAS: 136434-34-9) is mainly used as a medication for the treatment of major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and diabetic neuropathy. It works by increasing the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, which helps improve mood and reduce pain. In addition to its pharmaceutical applications, it may be used in research for studying neurochemical pathways and in industrial settings for the production of related compounds.
About
CAS No
136434-34-9
English Name
Duloxetine, HCl
Molecular Formula
C18H20ClNOS
Molecular Weight
333.9 g/mol
SMILES
CNCCC(C1=CC=CS1)OC2=CC=CC3=CC=CC=C32.Cl
InChIKey
BFFSMCNJSOPUAY-LMOVPXPDSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
