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Inositol

Inositol or cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol is a chemical compound with formula C?H??O? or (-CHOH-)?, a derivative of cyclohexane with six hydroxyl groups, making it a polyol. More

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Description

Inositol or cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol is a chemical compound with formula C?H??O? or (-CHOH-)?, a derivative of cyclohexane with six hydroxyl groups, making it a polyol.

Generic Name

Inositol

Chemical names

Scyllo-inositol; Myo-inositol; Inositol; Muco-Inositol; Meso-Inositol

Brand names

Protinules

IUPAC name

(1R,2R,3r,4S,5S,6s)-cyclohexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol

Pharmacokinetics

NA

Actions

NA

Dosage/Dosage form

12-18 gm/day per oral.

Therapeutic uses

Prescribed for the treatment of panic disorders, polycystic ovarian disorders, schizophrenia, insomnia, dyslipidemia, lithium-related psoriasis, neuralgia, obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Adverse effects/Side effects

NA

Interaction

NA

Contraindications

NA

Storage

NA

Information

Molecular weight

180.1559

Molecular formula

C6H12O6

CAS number

87-89-8

Precautions

Avoid prescription of Inositol to bipolar disorder patients.