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administration By mouth CAS Number 631-07-2 ChemSpider 82605 | ATC code None PubChem CID 91480 | |
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Synonyms 5-Ethyl-5-phenylhydantoin | ||
Nirvanol, also known as ethylphenylhydantoin, is a derivative of hydantoin with anticonvulsant properties. Its 5-ethyl-5-phenyl substitution pattern is similar to that of phenobarbital. It is useful in the treatment of chorea.
Metabolism
Metabolism of nirvanol is stereoselective, with the (S)- enantiomer undergoing roughly 14 times more hydroxylation at the 4 position of the phenyl group than the (R)-enantiomer.
References
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