Compound Q&A
What is Idoxuridine (CAS: 54-42-2)?
Answer
Idoxuridine is an antiviral medication with the chemical formula C9H11N3O5. It is a synthetic nucleoside analog primarily used for its activity against herpes simplex virus and other viral infections. Idoxuridine exhibits antimitotic properties and is known for its role in treating ocular infections such as herpes keratitis.
About
CAS No
54-42-2
English Name
Idoxuridine
Molecular Formula
C9H11IN2O5
Molecular Weight
354.1 g/mol
SMILES
C1C(C(OC1N2C=C(C(=O)NC2=O)I)CO)O
InChIKey
XQFRJNBWHJMXHO-RRKCRQDMSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
