Cetilistat is an orally active medication designed to treat obesity in humans. It is a gastrointestinal and pancreatic lipase inhibitor that breaks down triglycerides in the intestine. The intake of this powerful drug significantly reduces humans’ weight and obesity problems.
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What is Cetilistat?
Product Specification
Molar Mass: 401.591 g·mol−1
SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCOc2oc(=O)c1cc(C)ccc1n2
InChI: 1S/C25H39NO3/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-19-28-25-26-23-18-17-21(2)20-22(23)24(27)29-25/h17-18,20H,3-16,19H2,1-2H3
Key: MVCQKIKWYUURMU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
ALogP: 7.36
CAS Number: 282526-98-1
Chemical Formula: C25H39NO3
Solubility: Chloroform (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly)
Boiling Point: 509.671ºC at 760 mm Hg
Flash Point: 379.7ºC
Form: Tabet
Assay: 99%
Storage: 2-8°C Refrigerator
Suitable for: Adults
IUPAC Name:
2-(Hexadecyloxy)-6-methyl-4H-3,1-benzoxazin-4-one and has a structure shown below:
Approved Indications: 0
Experimental Indications: 2
As per clinical trials 1-4, cetilistat can be used in the following categories:
- Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases
- Endocrine System Disease
- Pathological Conditions, Signs, and Symptoms
Clinical Trials: 2
The drug is in Phase 2 trial. A total of 2 trials were held, and three organizations took part in the trial of Cetilistat.
Side Effects
The common side effects of Cetilistat are as follows:
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- Trouble with sleeping
- Itching and skin rash
Conclusion
Cetilistat is a lipase suppressor agent that treats obesity. Besides that, it is also helpful in mitigating conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and more. Cetilistat has a chemical formula C25H39NO3 and a molar mass of 401.591 g·mol−1. It is taken orally with a maximum dosage of 60 mg thrice a day. You can experience some common side effects like headache, dark-colored urine, loss of appetite, or even abnormal bowel movements with the consumption of Cetilistat.
