Category
Nitrosamine Impurities
CAS Number
3028194-77-3
Molecular Formula
C17H20N2O2
Molecular Weight
284.35g/mol
Synonym

(R)-N-methyl-N-(3-phenyl-3-(o-tolyloxy)propyl)nitrous amide

Keywords
Intermediates
Impurities
Metabolites.
Pharmaceutical Standards
Fine Chemicals
Nitrosamine Standards
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N-Nitroso Atomoxetine is a nitrosamine impurity that can form in atomoxetine, a medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Because nitrosamines are potentially carcinogenic, regulatory authorities require strict testing and control of N-nitroso atomoxetine levels to ensure the drug’s safety.