Category:
Cardiovascular System Drugs
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In-house Standards,
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Naftopidil is a selective alpha-1 adrenergic blocker used primarily in urology. Its core synthesis involves the reaction of 2-naphthylamine with chloroacetyl chloride followed by cyclization. The molecular formula is C17H16N2O and CAS number is 59809-48-8.
Contraindicated in severe hepatic impairment; monitor blood pressure during initiation. Store in tightly sealed containers at controlled room temperature away from moisture and direct light to maintain chemical stability.