Metformin

C₄H₁₁N₅

IUPAC: N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide

CAS: 657-24-9

Übersicht

Metformin is the most prescribed medication for type 2 diabetes worldwide. Originally derived from French lilac, it is now being studied for anti-aging properties.

Zusammensetzung

Element Symbol Atome Atommasse
Hydrogen H 11 1,0080
Carbon C 4 12,0110
Nitrogen N 5 14,0070

Elementare Zusammensetzung

H
8,6%
C
37,2%
N
54,2%

Verwendung

  • Type 2 diabetes treatment
  • PCOS treatment
  • Anti-aging research

Wissenswertes

  • Derived from a compound in French lilac (Galega officinalis), used medicinally since medieval times

Sicherheit

  • ⚠ Lactic acidosis (rare)
  • ⚠ GI side effects

Structure

SMILES

CN(C)C(=N)N=C(N)N

Eigenschaften

Typ
organic
Zustand
solid
Molmasse
129,16 g/mol
Dichte
1,4500 g/cm³
Schmelzpunkt
223,0 °C
Löslichkeit
very soluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
129,1014
XLogP
-1,3
TPSA
91,5 Ų
H-Bond Donors
3
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
2
Heavy Atoms
9
Complexity
132,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Metformin?
Metformin (C₄H₁₁N₅) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name N,N-Dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide.
What is the molecular weight of Metformin?
Metformin has a molar mass of 129.16 g/mol.
What state is Metformin at room temperature?
Metformin is a solid at room temperature.
Is Metformin organic or inorganic?
Metformin is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Metformin?
Metformin (C₄H₁₁N₅) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N).