Category:
Other Specialized Reagents
CAS NO:
865363-93-5
Standard:
USP,
Islatravir (MK-8591) is a potent non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase translocation inhibitor (NNRTI) developed for HIV prevention and treatment. Its core synthesis involves advanced organic coupling strategies to achieve high stereochemical purity. The compound features the molecular formula C24H27FN4O4 and CAS registry number 1686034-45-2.
Strict clinical monitoring is required due to potential mitochondrial toxicity. Storage must be maintained under inert atmosphere at -20°C to ensure chemical stability. Handling requires appropriate PPE to prevent dermal absorption during industrial processing.