Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
459789-99-2
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Obeticholic Acid is a synthetic bile acid derivative used primarily in hepatology. Its core synthesis involves modification of chenodeoxycholic acid to enhance FXR agonist activity. The compound features the molecular formula C24H36O5 and CAS number 471089-78-8.
Contraindicated in patients with complete biliary obstruction. Requires strict storage below 25°C in dry conditions. Clinical use necessitates monitoring for pruritus and liver enzyme elevations.