Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
28782-42-5
Standard:
EP,
Difenoxin is a synthetic opioid antidiarrheal agent, structurally related to diphenoxylate. Produced via chemical synthesis, its molecular formula is C21H24ClN2O2 with CAS number 1950-48-7.
Strictly controlled due to abuse potential; requires secure storage away from moisture and light. Clinical use is limited by respiratory depression risks and contraindications for patients with glaucoma or paralytic ileus.