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What is methylene blue
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What is methylene blue

2025-03-19

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Product Overview

Methylene Blue is a redox agent with multiple biological activities and applications. It is FDA-approved in intravenous form for the treatment of acquired methemoglobinemia in children and adults. Historically, it was widely used in Africa to treat malaria, but its use has declined with the advent of drugs such as chloroquine. In addition, it has been studied as a urinary tract antimicrobial agent.

Chemical properties

Physical appearance: solid

CAS number: 61-73-4

Molecular formula: C16H18ClN3S

Molecular weight: 319.85

Chemical name: N-(7-(dimethylamino)-3H-phenothiazin-3-ylidene)-N-methylmethanaminium chloride

Solubility: ≥60.8 mg/mL in DMSO; insoluble in ethanol; ≥14.87 mg/mL in H2O

SMILES: CN(C)C1=CC=C2C(SC(C(C=C/3)=N2)=CC3=N+(C)/C)=C1.Cl−

Storage conditions: -20°C

 

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Application areas

  • Medical applications: Methylene Blue is commonly used as a dye in medical applications for chromoendoscopy to help identify dysplastic or precancerous lesions on the gastrointestinal mucosa. In addition, it has anti-nociceptive, anti-malarial, anti-depressant and anxiolytic effects, and can be used in the study of methemoglobinemia, neurodegenerative diseases and ifosfamide-induced encephalopathy.
  • Research Applications: Methylene Blue is an investigational drug being developed for the treatment of patients with Alzheimer's disease. It has been shown to inhibit Tau protein aggregation in early clinical trials, showing potential for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

 

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Product Specifications

We offer a variety of specifications of Methylene Blue, including powder, capsules and tablets, to meet the needs of different customers. Each specification undergoes strict quality control to ensure its purity and stability.

Summary

Methylene Blue is a versatile compound with a wide range of application prospects. It has shown great potential both in the medical field and in scientific research. We provide high-quality Methylene Blue products to meet the needs of different customers. For more information or to purchase products, please contact us.

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