Category:
Other Anti-Infective Drug
CAS NO:
142217-69-4
Standard:
USP,EP,JP,In-house Standards,
| Name | Entecavir |
| Synonyms | 2-Amino-1,9-dihydro-9-[(1S,3R,4S)-4-hydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-2-methylenecyclopentyl]-6H-purin-6-one |
| Molecular Structure | ![]() |
| Molecular Formula | C12H15N5O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 277.28 |
| CAS Registry Number | 142217-69-4 |
Entecavir is a synthetic guanosine nucleoside analogue used as an antiviral agent. Its molecular formula is C12H15N5O3 with CAS No. 129084-57-7. Core synthesis involves stereoselective glycosylation and cyclization.
Contraindicated in pediatric patients under two years. Storage requires protection from light and moisture at controlled room temperature. Strict adherence to dosing protocols is essential to prevent resistance development.