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Synonyms : 2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)benzothiophene; 1-(Benzo[b]thiophen-2-yl)ethan-1-ol

Applications : This is an impurity of Zileuton. An orally active inhibitor of 5-lipoxygenase, and thus inhibits leukotrienes (LTB4, LTC4, LTD4, and LTE4) formation, used to decrease the symptoms of asthma. Zileuton induces apoptosis while inhibits ferroptosis.

References : Rossi A. et al.: Br J Pharmacol., 161(3), 555-570, 2010; Bertran X. et al.: Gut., 38(6), 899-904, 1996; Genovese T. et al.: Br. J. Pharmacol., 153(3), 568-582, 2008; Patel N. S. et al.: Mol Pharmacol., 66(2), 220-227, 2004; Rao N. L. et al.: J. Pharmacol Exp Ther., 321(3), 1154-1160, 2007; Yang Liu et al.: Biol Pharm Bull., 38(8), 1234-9, 2015.

Storage : Keep container tightly closed under nitrogen or argon and refrigerate for long-term shelf life.

Caution : In case of contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.