Hexamethonium chloride dihydrate is a non-depolarizing NMJ blocker and nAChR antagonist. It has previously been used to treat hypertension. It inhibits sympathetic nervous system activity and acts as a skeletal muscle relaxant.
MedKoo Cat#: 576283
Name: Hexamethonium chloride dihydrate
CAS#: 16986-49-5 (chloride dihydrate)
Chemical Formula: C12H34Cl2N2O2
Exact Mass: 0.0000
Molecular Weight: 309.32
Elemental Analysis: C, 46.60; H, 11.08; Cl, 22.92; N, 9.06; O, 10.34
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 309.32 Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mM | 1.15 mL | 5.76 mL | 11.51 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.23 mL | 1.15 mL | 2.3 mL |
| 10 mM | 0.12 mL | 0.58 mL | 1.15 mL |
| 50 mM | 0.02 mL | 0.12 mL | 0.23 mL |
