Product Identification

Product Name

6a-Fluoro-11b,17a,21-trihydroxy-16a-methyl-1,4-pregnadiene-3,20-dione

Synonyms

(6S,8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,16R,17R)-6-Fluoro-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13,16-trimethyl-7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-octahydro-6H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
16a-Methyl-6a-fluoroprednisolone
6a-Fluoro-11b,17a,21-trihydroxy-16a-methyl-1,4-pregnadiene-3,20-dione
6a-Fluoro-16a-methylprednisolone
Cortiden

CAS

53-33-8

Formula

C22H29FO5

Molecular Weight

392.47

EINECS

200-169-2

Merck

12,7162

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

228

Boiling Point

574

Vapor Pressure

2E-15 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

12.35 (pKa)

Heat Of Vaporization

98.7 kJ/mol

Usage

Uses include veterinary medication, medication, fluffy, practically white, crystalline powder acetate, sol in ethanol, acetone, slightly sol in water 21-acetate, sol in chloroform, ether, and methanol, odorless acetate.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

301

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure Effects

Properties of this material have not yet been prepared. Any recommendations are of a general nature. Many chemicals cause irritation of the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. In severe cases respiratory tract irritation can progress to ARDS/acute lung injury which may be delayed in onset for up to 24 to 72 hours in some cases Irritation or burns of the esophagus or gastrointestinal tract are also possible if caustic or irritant chemicals are ingested. ALWAYS contact your local poision control authority or medical professional for assistance.