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Prostacyclin

Also known as epoprostenol, prostaglandin I2, Vasocyclin

CAS 35121-78-9Formula C20H32O5Molar mass 352.47 g/mol
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Prostacyclin chemical structure, C20H32O5, CAS 35121-78-9
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
35121-78-9
Formula
C20H32O5
Molar mass
352.47 g/mol
HS code
293750
Category
Cardiovascular and metabolic drugs

What is Prostacyclin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Prostaglandin I2 is a prostaglandins I. It has a role as a mouse metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a prostaglandin I2(1-).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(5Z)-5-[(3aR,4R,5R,6aS)-5-hydroxy-4-[(E,3S)-3-hydroxyoct-1-enyl]-3,3a,4,5,6,6a-hexahydrocyclopenta[b]furan-2-ylidene]pentanoic acid
CAS number
35121-78-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 63859-31-4
Molecular formula
C20H32O5
UNII
DCR9Z582X0
InChIKey
KAQKFAOMNZTLHT-OZUDYXHBSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H32O5/c1-2-3-4-7-14(21)10-11-16-17-12-15(8-5-6-9-20(23)24)25-19(17)13-18(16)22/h8,10-11,14,16-19,21-22H,2-7,9,12-13H2,1H3,(H,23,24)/b11-10+,15-8-/t14-,16+,17+,18+,19-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCC(O)C=CC1C(O)CC2OC(=CCCCC(=O)O)CC21
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCC[C@@H](/C=C/[C@H]1[C@@H](C[C@H]2[C@@H]1C/C(=C/CCCC(=O)O)/O2)O)O

Synonyms

  • epoprostenol
  • prostaglandin I2
  • Vasocyclin
  • Prostaglandin X
  • Epoprostenolum
  • (5Z)-5-[(3aR,4R,5R,6aS)-5-hydroxy-4-[(E,3S)-3-hydroxyoct-1-enyl]-3,3a,4,5,6,6a-hexahydrocyclopenta[b]furan-2-ylidene]pentanoic acid
  • (5Z,9alpha,11alpha,13E,15S)-6,9-epoxy-11,15-dihydroxyprosta-5,13-dien-1-oic acid
  • 6,9S-epoxy-11R,15S-dihydoxy-5Z,13E-prostadienoic acid
  • Epoprostanol
  • (5Z,13E)-(15S)-6,9alpha-Epoxy-11alpha,15-dihydroxyprosta-5,13-dienoate
  • Prosta-5,13-dien-1-oic acid, 6,9-epoxy-11,15-dihydroxy-, (5Z,9alpha,11alpha,13E,15S)-
  • Prostaglandin I(2)
  • epoprostenolo
  • (5Z)-5-((3aR,4R,5R,6aS)-5-hydroxy-4-((E,3S)-3-hydroxyoct-1-enyl)-3,3a,4,5,6,6a-hexahydrocyclopenta(b)furan-2-ylidene)pentanoic acid
  • (5Z)-5-((3aR,4R,5R,6aS)-5-hydroxy-4-((E,3S)-3-hydroxyoct-1-enyl)-3,3a,4,5,6,6a-hexahydrocyclopenta(d)furan-2-ylidene)pentanoic acid
  • (5Z)-5-[(3aR,4R,5R,6aS)-5-hydroxy-4-[(E,3S)-3-hydroxyoct-1-enyl]-3,3a,4,5,6,6a-hexahydrocyclopenta[d]furan-2-ylidene]pentanoic acid
  • Epoprostenol Sodium Salt, (5Z,9alpha,11alpha,13E,15S)-
  • Prostacyclin I2
  • PGX
  • (Z)-5-((3aR,4R,5R,6aS)-5-hydroxy-4-((S,E)-3-hydroxyoct-1-en-1-yl)hexahydro-2H-cyclopenta[b]furan-2-ylidene)pentanoic acid
  • (5Z)-5-[(3Ar,4R,5R,6aR)-5-hydroxy-4-[(E,3S)-3-hydroxyoct-1-enyl]-3,3a,4,5,6,6a-hexahydrocyclopenta[b]furan-2-ylidene]pentanoic acid
  • PGI(sub 2)
  • Prosta-5,13-dien-1-oicacid, 6,9-epoxy-11,15-dihydroxy-, (5Z,9a,11a,13E,15S)-
  • VentaProst
  • 6,9-alpha-Epoxy-11-alpha,15(S)-dihydroxyprosta-5(Z),13(E)-dien-1-oic acid
Show all 27 synonyms
  • Prostacyclin (Epoprostenol)
  • (Z)-(3aR,4R,5R,6aS)-Hexahydro-5-hydroxy-4-((E)-(3S)-3-hydroxy-1-octenyl)-2H-cyclopenta(b)furan-delta(sup 2,delta)-valeric acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
352.47 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
352.225 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.41calc.
Topological polar surface area
86.99 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
10calc.
Heavy atoms
25calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.75calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
5calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C=C1CC2CCCC2O1

C=C1CC2CCCC2O1

2 rings, 9 atoms.

31 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Pharmacological actions

  • Antihypertensive Agents
  • Platelet Aggregation Inhibitors

Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • anticoagulant
  • antihypertensive agent
  • antimicrobial agent
  • antiviral agent
  • cardiovascular drug
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • hematologic agent
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite
  • neuroprotective agent
  • pharmaceutical
  • protective agent

Pharmacology

Epoprostenol is a Prostacycline Vasodilator. The physiologic effect of epoprostenol is by means of Vasodilation.

Regulatory status

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Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Prostacyclin is traded under.

HS 2937.50Indicative HS code

Prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, their derivatives and structural analogues

World exports in 2024
$270M
+9.1% vs 2023, imports $304M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Hungary22.8%
  2. Czech Republic21.6%
  3. South Korea14.6%
Top importers
  1. Japan17.0%
  2. Italy13.1%
  3. Germany10.4%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Prostacyclin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Prostacyclin, based on the data on this page

What is Prostacyclin?

Prostaglandin I2 is a prostaglandins I. It has a role as a mouse metabolite. It is a conjugate acid of a prostaglandin I2(1-).

What is the CAS number of Prostacyclin?

The CAS registry number of Prostacyclin is 35121-78-9. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 63859-31-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Prostacyclin?

The molecular formula of Prostacyclin is C20H32O5 and its molar mass is 352.47 g/mol.

What is Prostacyclin used for?

Known uses and roles of Prostacyclin include antihypertensives in pharmaceuticals, cardiovascular drugs in pharmaceuticals, hormones and steroids in pharmaceuticals, animal metabolite, anticoagulant and 14 more.

Is Prostacyclin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Prostacyclin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Prostacyclin?

Prostacyclin is usually classified under HS code 293750 (Prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, their derivatives and structural analogues). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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