Ethinamate is a pharmaceutical compound classified as a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic agent. It has been used in topical preparations intended for the symptomatic relief of musculoskeletal pain and inflammation.
Ethinamate belongs to the salicylate-related group of anti-inflammatory compounds and has been incorporated into topical pharmaceutical formulations.
Ethinamate is a synthetic anti-inflammatory compound developed for topical application. It is primarily associated with topical preparations for localized pain and inflammatory conditions affecting muscles and joints.
CAS Number: 80-15-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₃H₁₇NO₄
Molecular Weight: 251.28 g/mol
Ethinamate produces topical anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Its activity is associated with reducing inflammatory processes in localized tissues, thereby helping relieve pain and discomfort.
Its pharmacological effects include:
Ethinamate has been used in topical pharmaceutical formulations for:
The exact therapeutic use depends on the formulation, market and applicable regulatory labeling.
Ethinamate is a topical anti-inflammatory pharmaceutical ingredient with defined chemical and physical characteristics. Quality control of pharmaceutical-grade material may include identity, assay, related substances, water content and residual solvent testing.
Typical analytical evaluation may include:
Pharmaceutical-grade Ethinamate should comply with the applicable approved specification and relevant regulatory requirements.
A qualified supplier should provide Certificate of Analysis (CoA), specification sheet, SDS/MSDS, batch traceability and applicable regulatory documentation.
Store Ethinamate in a tightly closed container, protected from excessive moisture, heat and direct light, according to the manufacturer's approved storage and stability requirements.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Identification | IR & HPLC compliant |
| Assay (HPLC) | 98.0% – 102.0% |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 1.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | NMT 0.5% |
| Heavy Metals | NMT 20 ppm |
| pH (1% Solution) | 2.0 – 4.0 |