General

Synonyms: 1-(p-chlorobenzoyl)-5-methoxy-2-methylindole-3-acetic acid, alpha-(1-(p-chlorobenzoyl)-2-methyl-5-methoxy-3-indolyl)acetic acid, artrinovo, artrivia, confortid, idomethine, inocid, inacid, indocin, indomed, infrocin, inteban SP, indometacin, mezolin, indamethacine
Use: anti-arthritic drug, anti-inflamatory
Molecular formula: C₁₉H₁₆ClNO₄
CAS No: 53-86-1
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Physical data

Appearance: solid
Melting point: 155 - 161 C
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Stability

Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Toxicology

Toxic if swallowed. May be toxic if inhaled or absorbed through the skin. May aggravate CNS disorders.

Toxicity data
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ORL-HMN TDLO 2433 mg/kg/4y
ORL-MUS LD50 72 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
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R25.

Transport information

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UN No 2811. Hazard class 6.1. Packing group I.

Personal protection

Safety glasses, gloves, adequate ventilation.

Safety phrases
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