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AHFS/Drugs.com | Micromedex Detailed Consumer Information |
MedlinePlus | a682231 |
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Protein binding | 98–99% |
Elimination half-life | 3–8 hours |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.005.129 |
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Formula | C9H10N4O2S2 |
Molar mass | 270.33 g·mol−1 |
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Melting point | 208 °C (406 °F) |
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