Methylene Blue Trihydrate

• CAT Number: R045681
• CAS Number: 7220-79-3
• Molecular Formula: C16H24ClN3O3S
• Molecular Weight: 373.89
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: C.I. Basic Blue 9 Trihydrate; 3,7-Bis(dimethylamino)phenothiazin-5-ium ChlorideTrihydrate; 3,7-Bis(dimethylamino)phenazathionium Chloride Trihydrate; Methylene Blue Trihydrate
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: [7-(dimethylamino)phenothiazin-3-ylidene]-dimethylazanium;chloride;trihydrate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C16H18N3S.ClH.3H2O/c1-18(2)11-5-7-13-15(9-11)20-16-10-12(19(3)4)6-8-14(16)17-13;;;;/h5-10H,1-4H3;1H;3*1H2/q+1;;;;/p-1
• InChIKey: XQAXGZLFSSPBMK-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• SMILES: CN(C)C1=CC2=C(C=C1)N=C3C=CC(=[N+](C)C)C=C3S2.O.O.O.[Cl-]

Methylene Blue Trihydrate（Cat No.:R045681）is a synthetic compound with diverse medical applications, known for its role as a redox agent and dye. It is used in the treatment of methemoglobinemia by restoring normal hemoglobin function, as well as in surgical procedures to visualize tissues. Methylene Blue also has antimicrobial properties, making it useful in treating infections. Additionally, it is studied for its neuroprotective effects in neurodegenerative diseases and its potential as a photosensitizer in cancer therapy. Its wide range of uses makes it a versatile compound in clinical and research settings.