Omeprazole

CAS Number

73590-58-6

EC Number

615-996-8

What is Omeprazole?

Omeprazole (CAS 73590-58-6), also marketed under the brand names Losec and Prilosec, is a proton pump inhibitor active pharmaceutical ingredient used in the treatment of acid-related gastrointestinal conditions.

Where is Omeprazole used?

Pharmaceutical manufacturing: integration into oral solid dosage forms
Delayed-release capsule and tablet formulations: core active
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcers, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome: targeted by these formulations
Enteric-coated pellet systems: acid-stable delivery to the small intestine
Combination drug products: fixed-dose formulations paired with antibiotics for H. pylori eradication regimens
Veterinary pharmaceutical manufacturers source the material for animal treatments.

Commercial specifications

Purity specifications typically at 99% or above to meet pharmacopoeial requirements
Suppliers commonly offer the material in quantities ranging from kilogram-scale for development batches to multi-kilogram lots for commercial manufacturing

Other Names (Synonyms)

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What are the physical properties of Omeprazole?

Melting Point 156 °C

Boiling Point 600.0±60.0 °C(Predicted)

Density 1.332 g/cm³

Flash Point 9°C

Appearance White Crystalline Solid

Color white

Form solid

Water Solubility Soluble in water (0.5 mg/ml), DMSO (25 mg/ml), and ethanol (4.5 mg/ml).

How is Omeprazole classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning

GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary Statements

P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P330 Rinse mouth.

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

P301+P317 Get emergency medical help.

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Omeprazole?

HS Code 29333990

UN Number 1230

Packing Group II

Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids

WGK (Germany) 2