Category:
Central Nervous System Drugs
CAS NO:
56287-74-2
Standard:
USP,
muscle relaxant; relaxing drug
Afloqualone is a synthetic sedative-hypnotic agent structurally related to quinazolinones. Its molecular formula is C17H14N2O2 with CAS number 560-98-3. The compound is primarily produced via cyclization reactions involving specific aromatic precursors.
This substance requires strict storage under inert atmosphere at controlled temperatures due to potential instability. Handling mandates appropriate PPE including gloves and respiratory protection. It is not currently approved for widespread clinical therapeutic use in major markets.