a-Methyl-L-p-tryosine

Independent reference data for a-Methyl-L-p-tryosine (CAS 672-87-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

For use in the treatment of patients with pheochromocytoma, for preoperative preparation of patients for surgery, management of patients when surgery is contraindicated, and chronic treatment of patients with malignant pheochromocytoma.Avoid alcohol. Ingesting alcohol may increase the sedative and CNS depressant effects of metyrosine.

Synonyms and trade names

METYROSINE; 672-87-7; Metirosine; Demser; Metirosina; (2S)-2-amino-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2-methylpropanoic acid; (S)-alpha-Methyltyrosine; L-alpha-Methyltyrosine; Metirosinum; (-)-alpha-Methyl-L-tyrosine; Alpha-Methyl-L-P-Tyrosine; MK-781; DTXSID6023315; DOQ0J0TPF7; CHEBI:6912; L-588357-0

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H302 (100%), H335 (100%)

H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

What the public record says

a-Methyl-L-p-tryosine · CAS 672-87-7 · C10H13NO3. UNII DOQ0J0TPF7. Melting Point: 312.5; Melting Point: 312.5 °C; Solubility: 2.48e+00 g/L.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.