Aminophylline

Name:
Aminophylline
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	3,7-dihydro-1,3-dimethyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione compounded with 1,2-ethanediamine (2:1
M Formula:	C16H24N10O4
Properties:
White or slightly yellowish granular powder; slight ammonia odor; bitter taste. Mw 420.44.
Derivation:
Prepared from theophylline and aqueous ethylenediamine.
Hazard:
Cardiovascular and respiratory collapse.
Use:
Small animal muscle relaxant for heaves in horses, and diuretic in dogs with congestive heart failure.